"The passion and the love of playing for Lebanon thats not enough sometimes. It was short kick-off and play was just going to keep going, but Grant Atkins reacted. He will also miss one match with coach Matt Parish likely to call on Chanel Harris-Tavita to replace the playmaker. Liam is a content producer for The Sporting News Australia. Wests Tigers have taken Adam Doueihi off the open market by signing the Lebanon international to a one year contract extension. He previously played for the South Sydney Rabbitohs in the National Rugby League, and represented Lebanon in the 2017 Rugby League World Cup. Wests Tigers utility Moses Mbye admits he was as surprised as anyone when asked to play five-eighth in place of Adam Doueihi as part of a selection shake-up ahead of . But still, the story was Maguire, and the under-fire coach who just needed a win. Confusion reigned after Adam Doueihi was sent off in mysterious fashion After his worst game of the year last week, Doueihi put three players through for linebreaks as he also busted through three tackles himself. Milford was sent to the sin-bin, as Samoa were battered by the hosts 60-6 in the opening match of the World Cup. It has now been reported that Doueihi . We sort of verse teams that are all around us to finish the season. Lebanon's Adam Doueihi has lost his appeal against the decision of a Rugby League World Cup tribunal to hand him a one-game suspension for referring to NRL referee Grant Atkins as a "c**t". "We've all trained hard in pre-season and our team is in great shape. I don't know I just feel comfortable here. 502 or stream on Kayo: https://t.co/KU6O1WangG pic.twitter.com/LkjXvkO711. We acknowledge the stories, traditions and living cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples on the lands we meet, gather and play on. 29.3K followers. I thought especially our right-edge attack were really good yesterday and piled on some points. Comment on stories, get exclusive content and submit your own articles! Adam Doueihi has signed a one-year contract extension with Wests Tigers, heaping more pressure on halfback Luke Brooks to deliver as the joint venture tries to lure Mitchell Moses back to Leichhardt. Its hard to deal in hypotheticals, and I dont know what will happen with Mitch, Doueihi said. Wests Tigers respect and honour the Traditional Custodians of the land and pay our respects to their Elders past, present and future. Doueihi was a free agent beyond this season, but after reaching an agreement with the Tigers will remain with the NRL club until the end of 2024. I havent spent any time at fullback over the summer. Lebanon's Adam Doueihi was becoming increasingly frustrated, mainly because his team's gutsy effort was coming unraveled, due to what he perceived was a less than even share of the referee's calls . But I wont keep trying to guess if hes coming or staying. Doueihi was born in Eastwood, New South Wales, Australia, and is of Lebanese descent through his grandparents, who are from Zgharta. Im not exactly sure how many months or days yet, but (my return) should be somewhere in the middle of the front end of the season, I hope.. It gave Doueihi a return date estimate of late May - or almost halfway through the 2022 season. Australia's athlete Power Rankings: Who are our most influential stars? Adam Doueihi is staying put another year at the Wests Tigers.Credit:Getty. Doueihi admitted he is nervous to see what transpires when the series airs onFox League. I dont think its fair on Parramatta and the players I play with that we take it into the season and its spoken about it. Head to ESPN's Home of Rugby League. Tim Sheens has taken the reins on a two-year deal before handing over to Benji Marshall in 2025, meaning Marshall will likely have his hands all over the club's recruitment next year, when Doueihi will be off-contract again. MORE: Lebanon draw, squad and their road to the final at the RLWC| Kiwis overpower Lebanon. Eels halfback Mitchell Moses is weighing his future.Credit:Getty. I can play fullback if needed, and I feel really comfortable there. Gareth Copley/Getty Images for Rugby League World Cup It means the Lebanon international would only miss one game and would be clear to play against Jamaica in their final . Club favourite Doueihi is capable of shifting to fullback should the Tigers land Moses and also keep Brooks, but Doueihi believes his best football is in the No.6. The charge carried a one-match ban, which the 24-year-old elected to fight in a bid to play in Lebanons second group game. Available now! Im really looking forward to a big 2023.. 29.3k Followers, 978 Following, 83 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from Adam Doueihi (@adamdoueihi_) 29.3k Followers, 978 Following, 83 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from Adam Doueihi (@adamdoueihi_) adamdoueihi_ Verified. He has also a background in rugby union, having represented the Australian Schoolboys while attending St. Patrick's College, Strathfield in 2016. Doueihis contract extension with Tigers could have big implications for Brooks. Adam Doueihi (born 5 August 1998) is a Lebanese international rugby league footballer who plays as a five-eighth, fullback, centre or halfback for the Wests Tigers in the NRL. Making matters worse, winger Cody Ramsey also suffered an apparent rib injury with Mikaele Ravalawa and Jordan Pereira still both suspended next week. Wests Tigers have taken Adam Doueihi off the open market by signing the Lebanon international to a one year contract extension. Atkins said he told Doueihi "you're not going to call me the c-word" as he sent him off. Watch the Rugby League World Cup on ch. All I know is Benji and Tim [Sheens] have told me Im the No.6 for this year. The ACL injury brings with it a return time of an estimated nine months, although some can make it . The re-signing of the 24 . Doueihi played with Moses in the halves for Lebanon at the Rugby League World Cup last year, but says he is only focused on his game, starting with Sundays trial against Canberra. Things can change down the track: NRL clubs tipped to come calling for St Helens star. The 2023 NRL Season is here and the Zero Tackle Season Guide is back! Doueihi was dismissed in the second half of Lebanon's loss to New Zealand on Sunday (Monday AEDT). Adam Doueihi is staying put another year at the Wests Tigers. On 19 October, Doueihi was suspended for one match over the incident and would miss Lebanon's second group match against Ireland.[23]. The five-eighth was given his marching orders by referee Grant Atkins during the second half of his sides defeat to New Zealand and will now be unavailable until the third and final group match against Jamaica in a fortnight. "The six jersey was good for me yesterday, so hopefully Im back in that this week.". The Tigers were far from great as a team but on the score of individual influence, Doueihi was brilliant. I feel I play my best attacking football in that position.. Doueihi was delighted to remain at the Tigers for 2024, and should Moses agree to a whopping five-year deal reportedly worth about $1.3 million a season, Brooks looms as the odd man out as the club grapples with a three-into-two halves headache. Im friends with him, we played at the World Cup together, and I like playing with him. Adam Doueihi will miss Lebanons vital clash against Ireland this week after failing to have his dissent charge overturned at the judiciary. Confirmation it was dissent from Adam Doueihi. "I'm really happy to extend my stay here at Wests Tigers," said Doueihi, who missed the start of last season with an ACL injury. Sports news, results and expert commentary. Stefano Utoikamanu and Jake Simpkin were omitted from the 17. Adam Doueihi will play in the centres this weekend, while Moses Mbye moves to five-eighth.Getty Jacob Liddle also returns to the No.9, Jock Madden will debut off the bench and back-rower Shawn Blore is back from injury to face the Knights on Friday night. This trip up here is a pretty big sacrifice for us as a Sydney club," he said. Doueihi's outburst came after a Lebanese player was taken out on the chase from the kick-off and the official failed to award the Cedars with an escort penalty. We want to make the sacrifice worthwhile, and if we can sneak into the eight its a massive bonus for us. The Wests Tigers will be forced to finish the 2021 NRL season without utility back Adam Doueihi. Moses, whose contract is up at Parramatta at the end of this year, has a four-year option on the table from the Eels worth about $1.1 million a season. 22-year-old Doueihi was instrumental throughout the game as he shifted from the centres to fullback seamlessly. Wests Tigers utility Adam Doueihi has been shifted in and out of the halves all season, but his performance on Sunday afternoon should cement him in the No.6 jumper.. Adam Doueihi will appeal his one-game suspension in a last-ditch effort to play in Lebanon's critical World Cup clash against Ireland. I am really happy with how the club recruited this off-season. 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", Adam Doueihi inks one year NRL deal with Wests Tigers, Leave concussion calls to clubs, not NRL: Bennett, Munster hoping to play on after finger injury, Dolphins nab Flegler from Broncos for 2024, 'I thought it was over': Tamou on his Cowboys lifeline, AJ Brimson always wanted to be No.1 Titan, Cowboys intent on unfinished NRL business, Turbo-charged Tom ready for NRL after US stint, Queensland Preview: Old Heads, Hardheads and Young Bucks, Real or Not: Moses and the Eels to struggle, Ponga to shine and Dolphins will win, Storm earn epic win over Eels in NRL opener, Your NRL team's must-watch player for season 2023, Selwood to help Melbourne through stormy period, ESPN's 2023 crystal ball predictions for all major Australian codes, ESPN's biggest Australian headlines of 2022. Adam Doueihi has been sent off during Lebanon's loss to New Zealand - but there is no clear reason why the five-eighth was given his marching orders. "I just wonder with the circumstances of it. "For me personally, I'm fully fit and hoping to be the best I can be. "It was more about the team and the organisation," Maguire said. The group shot to life straight after halftime when the 20-year-old appeared to have scored his first try, only for the bunker to overrule. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. [17], In round 10, Doueihi scored two tries and kicked six goals in Wests Tigers 3618 victory over Newcastle. Doueihi, who joined the Tigers in 2020, has floated between fullback, five-eighth and centre across 51 games for the club. Adam Doueihi out of Lebanons crucial clash with Ireland after failing to overturn dissent charge, Lebanon draw, squad and their road to the final at the RLWC. "As fatigue set in a little bit, we lost a bit of our marker play and line speed in defence. I think where things are at with training and stuff, I think weve found a good place. [15], In round 17, he scored two tries and kicked five goals as Wests defeated Manly-Warringah 3432 at Brookvale Oval. Doueihi must now watch from the sidelines as the responsibility falls heavily onto the shoulders of his halves partner, Mitch Moses, to guide the national team to a win and keep their World Cup campaign alive. But it was the 59th minute moment that left many scratching their heads, with referee Grant Atkins sending Doueihi from the field. Doueihi made 15 appearances for Souths before suffering a season ending anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) knee injury in their 3020 victory over Melbourne. Doueihi is the first cousin once removed of former Australian national rugby union, and later Lebanon, coach Michael Cheika. Wests Tigers five-eighth Adam Doueihi is in hot water after he was sent off for dissent in Lebanon 's 34-12 defeat to New Zealand, having used "foul and abusive language . I am enjoying it and I genuinely feel success isn't far off. We need to set ourselves up for the tournament in a certain way, the principles that the team will play with. Of course, losing a man and a player in that position (Doueihi) really got us out of sorts and we got hit in blocks, with a couple of tries in a row. We all saw the return of Adam Doueihi last week, now follow. I also worked with [assistant coach] Robbie Farah at the World Cup and liked his coaching style. The No.6 kicked across field for the Tigers' first to Tommy Talau, and forced an error with a grubber kick in the lead-up to one of the team's second-half tries. Watch the Rugby League World Cup on ch. The 2023 NRL Season is here and the Zero Tackle Season Guide is back! You have skipped the navigation, tab for page content. The win over Brisbane came just 24 hours before the first episode of new behind-the-scenes documentary surrounding the Tigers. Lebanon trainer Robbie Farah also looked to have found himself in the referee's crosshairs, with the initial belief being that he was the one being dismissed by Atkins. [18] In round 16, he scored two tries in a 2238 defeat against South Sydney. Doueihi was handed a Grade A charge for foul and abusive language towards a match official. A Balmain local junior, Adam returned home to Wests Tigers ahead of the 2020 season signing a four-year contract which keeps him at the club until at least the end of the 2023 season. Athlete. They completed at just 75 per cent, and had only 18 play-the-balls in the Tigers' half in the second half. "We want to look back and know we did ourselves proud and everyone back in Sydney proud. Adam Doueihi (born 5 August 1998) is a Lebanese international rugby league footballer who plays as a five-eighth, fullback, centre or halfback for the Wests Tigers in the NRL. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. Doueihi was happy to sign the one-year extension, which gave him and the club flexibility, especially given his history of knee injuries and uncertainty about how the Sheens-Marshall dynamic will work. That is always a confidence boost for you as a player when the coach respects your strengths and thinks the same way. [19], Despite the Tigers winning just a third of their games, Doueihi scored 174 points in 2021, the fourth most of any player in the competition, and the 7th highest season total ever by a Wests Tigers player. There was no on-field audio of the incident due to a technical glitch at the time. Hell have a list of boxes I need to tick, and as long as I tick all of them Ill be good to go. Sign up for our Sport newsletter. It seemed like a very frustrated referee Grant Atkins, there. Doueihi also slotted five conversions in the win over Brisbane, which places them back in the hunt for the top eight. Oct 16th, 2022. One of the Tigers' only shining lights in an otherwise dismal season, Doueihi was left out of Michael Maguire 's side to play the Penrith Panthers on Sunday afternoon when it was named earlier this afternoon. Cedars coach Michael Cheika said his side fought valiantly, but lost the ruck battle against a powerful Kiwis outfit.
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