Brooks is overcoming a calf injury and will be fit for round one, but will sit out the final warm-up game against Canberra, as will new skipper Api Koroisau. Marshall has had many conversations with Doueihi during the pre-season, and his vision for the club aligns closely with what Doueihi had in mind. Rugby League World Cup fixtures, scores, table, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. 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 think that we delivered on a lot of things we wanted to in our own personal game plan," he said. I enjoy the group, I have enjoyed being coached under Benji, Tim and Robbie so far. Nofoaluma is also excited to see the finished product in the four-part documentary series. Tue 11 May 2021, 06:20 PM. The 2023 NRL Season is here and the Zero Tackle Season Guide is back! Doueihi plays test rugby league for Lebanon, which was rocked by a tragic explosion in Beirut. 39K views, 821 likes, 107 loves, 59 comments, 59 shares, Facebook Watch Videos from South Sydney Rabbitohs: The wait is finally over. The half and centre, who played both positions last season, injured his ACL in the Round 23 clash against the Cronulla Sharks and would take no further part in the season.. Doueihi apologised to Atkins after full-time and was provided a character reference by Lebanon coach Michael Cheika, who is also Doueihi's uncle. Australian users can personalise their ESPN experience by downloading the App. Five-eighth Adam Doueihi put on a masterclass, fullback Daine Laurie always looked threatening and debutant Zac Cini scored a try in front of a busload of his friends. We want to make the sacrifice worthwhile, and if we can sneak into the eight its a massive bonus for us. Copyright 2023 Sporting News Holdings Limited. Watch the Rugby League World Cup on ch. Stream the NRL premiership 2023 live and free on 9Now. English recruit John Bateman has finally been granted a visa and touches down in Sydney at the start of the week. Everything is going as planned at the moment, Doueihi said on SEN 1170. But still, the story was Maguire, and the under-fire coach who just needed a win. Lebanons coach Michael Cheika admitted post-match that with Doueihi sent off with 20 minutes still remaining, his side had lost their way. Everything is on track, I met with the surgeon last week just for a check-up and he was really happy with where things were at. Download ESPN from Google Play Store "Its inside the four walls that fans dont really get access to. "We had to defend 55 plays in our 20, we had 10 up the other end. It has now been reported that Doueihi . 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. He made a successful return from a major knee injury in the 2022 season. Get NRL news and more in your inbox 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 . He will now miss Lebanon's crunch group game with Ireland after his appeal was dismissed by an independent panel comprising Judge Sarah Wright and former internationals Alan Hunte and Adrian Morley. But five minutes later some of them were up dancing shirtless again, when the Minchinbury junior crossed to send the Tigers further in front. Get live scores, news and videos ANYWHERE, ANYTIME. On 30 January 2020, Doueihi signed a four-year contract to return to his roots at Wests Tigers. NSW hopeful Zac Lomax came away from the game with his State of Origin prospects in doubt when he suffered a suspected broken thumb from some friendly fire. Available now! Cedars coach Michael Cheika said his side fought valiantly, but lost the ruck battle against a powerful Kiwis outfit. Wests Tigers respect and honour the Traditional Custodians of the land and pay our respects to their Elders past, present and future. The Dragons meanwhile hurt themselves, as they lacked cohesion in attack at times in their third straight loss. Milford was sent to the sin-bin, as Samoa were battered by the hosts 60-6 in the opening match of the World Cup. However, ask Adam, and he isn't planning on hitting the exit doors anytime soon. 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. A few times you forget theyre even in the room or anywhere," he said. [8], Doueihi made his international debut for Lebanon against Malta on 6 May 2017. The 2023 NRL Season is here and the Zero Tackle Season Guide is back! The ACL injury brings with it a return time of an estimated nine months, although some can make it back as soon as Round 6. 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. 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. "I just wonder with the circumstances of it. [1], In 2017, he played 12 games for the Rabbitohs in the NYC,[7] and was called upon to play for the Rabbitohs' feeder club, the North Sydney Bears, throughout the year. Wests Tigers have taken Adam Doueihi off the open market by signing the Lebanon international to a one year contract extension. "We've all trained hard in pre-season and our team is in great shape. Its hard to deal in hypotheticals, and I dont know what will happen with Mitch, Doueihi said. It was short kick-off and play was just going to keep going, but Grant Atkins reacted. Wests Tigers star Adam Doueihi has revealed that he is targeting a return ahead of schedule from a devastating ACL injury.. 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. [22] I think that we delivered on a lot of things we wanted to in our own personal game plan," he said. Head to ESPN's Home of Rugby League. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. Adam Doueihi. "We just couldn't get out of our own end. I can play fullback if needed, and I feel really comfortable there. Were sorry, this feature is currently unavailable. 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. Im actually excited to see how it comes out this evening.". [20], Doueihi played a total of 11 games for the Wests Tigers in the 2022 NRL season as the club finished bottom of the table and claimed the Wooden Spoon for the first time in their club history. [9] In October 2017, he was named in Lebanon's 24-man squad for the 2017 World Cup. The re-signing of the 24 . I feel as though it has been the best recruitment the club has done in a few years, since I have been at the club. Comment on stories, get exclusive content and submit your own articles! I live five minutes away from training and I have always been a Tiger fan. 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. Wests Tigers have taken Adam Doueihi off the open market by signing the Lebanon international to a one year contract extension. We sort of verse teams that are all around us to finish the season. I think where things are at with training and stuff, I think weve found a good place. Adam Doueihi has been sensationally sent off at the Rugby League World Cup after an apparent spray towards referee Grant Atkins in Lebanon's clash with New Zealand. The utility back made his international debut . He previously played for the South Sydney Rabbitohs in the National Rugby League, and represented Lebanon in the 2017 Rugby League World Cup. Australia's athlete Power Rankings: Who are our most influential stars? Lebanon will look to rebound and keep their quarter-final hopes alive with a clash against Ireland, while the Kiwis are set for a match with RLWC debutants Jamaica. "Thats something that we are really focused on, and its definitely an opportunity for us to take advantage of being here in Brisbane together. I am enjoying it and I genuinely feel success isn't far off. 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. MORE: Lebanon draw, squad and their road to the final at the RLWC| Kiwis overpower Lebanon. I dont think its far off; I dont want to have it coming into the season, Moses said. On Sunday morning, he told SEN Radio that he is on track with his recovery and could be back sooner than expected. The 22-year-old was . 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". Plus I am playing my preferred position in the six spot. WATCH: The footy is back, controversies over the new rules, and is Nicho the worlds best player? [15], In round 17, he scored two tries and kicked five goals as Wests defeated Manly-Warringah 3432 at Brookvale Oval. Doueihi's initial one-match ban was upheld at a World Cup judiciary hearing on Wednesday morning (AEDT) after he was found guilty of "Grade A foul and/or abusive language to a match official". I want to make a decision soon.. Adam Doueihi Five-Eighth Instagram Player Bio Height: 191 cm Date of Birth: 05 August 1998 Weight: 95 kg Birthplace: Sydney, NSW Age: 24 Nickname: - Debut Club: South Sydney Rabbitohs Date: 17 March 2018 Opposition: Penrith Panthers Round: 2 Previous Club: South Sydney Rabbitohs Junior Club: Strathfield Raiders, Dundas Shamrocks Biography: Doueihi was born in Eastwood, New South Wales, Australia, and is of Lebanese descent through his grandparents, who are from Zgharta. The local junior admitted that he prefers being in the halves, but is comfortable wherever Michael Maguire decides to play him. Adam Doueihi sent off in bizarre moment in Lebanon's loss to New Zealand, found themselves on the wrong end of a 34-12 scoreline against the Kiwis, Joey Manu was brilliant in the fullback role for NZ. Please try again later. I don't know I just feel comfortable here. Adam Doueihi re-signed with the Wests Tigers on a one-year deal earlier this week, raising questions over the five-eighth's long-term future at the club. In the opening match of Lebanon's 2021 Rugby League World Cup campaign, Doueihi was sent off in the second half for dissent during Lebanon's 34-12 loss to New Zealand. Doueihis contract extension with Tigers could have big implications for Brooks. Get everything you need, from team lists, fixtures, statistics and a profile on every single player in the competition in our 2023 NRL Season Guide. The 22-year-old was instrumental in the Tigers' 42-24 victory over the Brisbane Broncos, laying on five try assists and running for close to 150 metres. We would like to show you a description here but the site won't allow us. I thought especially our right-edge attack were really good yesterday and piled on some points. They completed at just 75 per cent, and had only 18 play-the-balls in the Tigers' half in the second half. With Adam Doueihi signing a one-year extension and the Tigers pushing hard to lure Mitchell Moses, Luke Brooks looms as the odd man out in a three-into-two halves headache at Leichhardt. Doueihi was handed a Grade A charge for foul and abusive language towards a match official. He has told me he wants me here long term. 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. It must have been quite the gobful.. "We've been through this and had a win, but we've got to make sure we back it up," he said. I was pleased with all the lads. "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. [5][6], After playing for the Balmain Tigers in the S. G. Ball Cup for two years, Doueihi signed a two-year contract with the South Sydney Rabbitohs in October 2016. After his worst game of the year last week, Doueihi put three players through for linebreaks as he also busted through three tackles himself. It gave Doueihi a return date estimate of late May - or almost halfway through the 2022 season. But it was the 59th minute moment that left many scratching their heads, with referee Grant Atkins sending Doueihi from the field. Were working to restore it. Copyright 2023 Sporting News Holdings Limited. The key for the Tigers is what happens next, given they are yet to string together three straight wins under Maguire. At about the eight, nine month mark Ill go back and see him for sort of a strength test. Doueihi would likely shift to fullback if the Tigers were able to land Moses for 2024. Doueihi is the first cousin once removed of former Australian national rugby union, and later Lebanon, coach Michael Cheika. At the end of last year I spoke with Benji a fair bit; he told me he had confidence in me and my ability and my attacking strengths, Doueihi said. Stefano Utoikamanu and Jake Simpkin were omitted from the 17. It seemed like a very frustrated referee Grant Atkins, there. Copyright 2023 Sporting News Holdings Limited. The ACL injury brings with it a return time of an estimated nine months, although some can make it . 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". Im definitely excited to see it and I think its the first one a club has done or Fox have done.". Confusion reigned after Adam Doueihi was sent off in mysterious fashion I like being in the six jersey, I feel like I get my hands on the ball more," he said. Joey Manu was brilliant in the fullback role for NZ, while the likes of Joseph Tapine and Nelson Asofa-Solomona laid the platform up front. A lot of that was to their credit with their set ends," coach Anthony Griffin said. 83 posts. 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.. Lebanon were already down by three converted tries when Doueihi was sent off, with Jordan Rapana crossing for a try immediately after the incident to put the game to bed. [16], Douehi played every game for Wests in 2020 as the club finished 11th on the table and missed the finals. An Adam Doueihi masterclass has helped Wests Tigers deliver a much-needed response for Michael Maguire, claiming an 16-8 win over St George Illawarra. On 19 October, Doueihi was suspended for one match over the incident and would miss Lebanon's second group match against Ireland.[23]. The next day he was charged for abuse of a match official and given a one-match ban. 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. [11], Doueihi made his debut for South Sydney in round 2 of the 2018 NRL season against Penrith. Doueihi, who joined the Tigers in 2020, has floated between fullback, five-eighth and centre across 51 games . A few rival clubs have been sniffing around the Lebanese international half, however despite opportunities elsewhere, Doueihi never considered walking out on the club. 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