Nofoaluma is also excited to see the finished product in the four-part documentary series. So fingers crossed I can have a good year this year and I wanted to back myself to push for a long-term contract.. "I just wonder with the circumstances of it. Wests Tigers five-eighth Adam Doueihi scores a try against the Manly Sea Eagles Jono Searle/Getty Images. The utility back made his international debut . I feel I play my best attacking football in that position.. 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. We acknowledge the stories, traditions and living cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples on the lands we meet, gather and play on. 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". The 2023 NRL Season is here and the Zero Tackle Season Guide is back! "Thats something that we are really focused on, and its definitely an opportunity for us to take advantage of being here in Brisbane together. Doueihi admitted he is nervous to see what transpires when the series airs onFox League. As I said, I have formed a close relationship with a lot of boys in the team and I feel as though we can cause a lot of damage the year.. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. Doueihi, who joined the Tigers in 2020, has floated between fullback, five-eighth and centre across 51 games . The re-signing of the 24-year-old is unlikely to impact the Tigers' pursuit of Parramatta playmaker Mitchell Moses, who head coach Tim Sheens has been attempting to lure back to Concord. The Wests Tigers have locked down local junior Adam Doueihi for 2024, securing at least one piece of their spine for next season.. Doueihi debuted for the Rabbitohs in 2018, however played SG Ball with the Balmain Tigers as a teenager, and re-joined his local club before the 2020 NRL season got underway.. 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. 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. He will also miss one match with coach Matt Parish likely to call on Chanel Harris-Tavita to replace the playmaker. We would like to show you a description here but the site won't allow us. 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. After his worst game of the year last week, Doueihi put three players through for linebreaks as he also busted through three tackles himself. 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. The Wests Tigers player is. 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. It was short kick-off and play was just going to keep going, but Grant Atkins reacted. 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Hell have a list of boxes I need to tick, and as long as I tick all of them Ill be good to go. I did most of the pre-season at six, but when I moved to centre it wasnt too bad of a move. Despite playing a starring role at the Wests Tigers in the halves, the 24-year-old has . Adam Doueihi is staying put another year at the Wests Tigers. A week after he had the blowtorch applied to him, Maguire watched on as the Tigers claimed just their second win of the season in beating the Dragons. It's the same knee Doueihi injured and had surgery on in 2018 while he was at South Sydney. Doueihi would likely shift to fullback if the Tigers were able to land Moses for 2024. Adam Doueihi Verdict returned on Doueihi's challenge of suspension Scott Pryde - October 19, 2022 0 Injuries & Suspensions Lebanon's chances take major hit as MRC reveal penalty after send. Lebanons coach Michael Cheika admitted post-match that with Doueihi sent off with 20 minutes still remaining, his side had lost their way. The key for the Tigers is what happens next, given they are yet to string together three straight wins under Maguire. Love the NRL? It was first thought that Lebanon trainer Robbie Farah had been sent, before Doueihi was seen going to the touchline. Meanwhile, Anthony Milford is the other player who has been suspended after the opening round - Wales and Cook Islands are still yet to play - after he put a late hit on England captain Sam Tomkins. We sort of verse teams that are all around us to finish the season. Get NRL news and more in your inbox I am enjoying it and I genuinely feel success isn't far off. Things can change down the track: NRL clubs tipped to come calling for St Helens star. 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. After spending time in the centres in recent months, Doueihi was shifted back to five-eighth after recent losses to Parramatta, Melbourne and South Sydney. It seemed like a very frustrated referee Grant Atkins, there. "I could just see a real difference in their head space, and how they played for and dug in for each other.". "It was a tough effort for our guys to keep turning up. 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I am really happy with how the club recruited this off-season. "Those wins are game changers for your mindset and how you turn up each week. "Im sure theyve cut out some stuff I dont know what to expect. 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. Im definitely excited to see it and I think its the first one a club has done or Fox have done.". But it was his kicking game which really got Wests Tigers over the line - slotting. 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. Lebanon head into their clash against the Wolfhounds on Monday [AEDT] knowing that a win is crucial, yet they will have to do it without the Tigers playmaker after he was sent off for dissent against the Kiwis. Tue 11 May 2021, 06:20 PM. 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. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. 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. "We want to look back and know we did ourselves proud and everyone back in Sydney proud. However, ask Adam, and he isn't planning on hitting the exit doors anytime soon. 502 or stream on Kayo: https://t.co/KU6O1WangG pic.twitter.com/LkjXvkO711. [14], With the signing of Latrell Mitchell for 2020, it left Doueihi on the outer with South Sydney. I want to make a decision soon.. The Dragons meanwhile hurt themselves, as they lacked cohesion in attack at times in their third straight loss. Stream the NRL premiership 2023 live and free on 9Now. "The fate is in our hands and well see what happens.". [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. Despite the injuries, neither are expected to miss the season opener against the Gold Coast in a fortnight's time. 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. 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. Adam Doueihi. Australia's athlete Power Rankings: Who are our most influential stars? [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. Were sorry, this feature is currently unavailable. To be honest, I dont mind where he moves me to Im pretty versatile like that and can handle most positions in the backline. Early life [ edit] Sign up for our Sport newsletter. 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 . Doueihi allegedly yelled at the ref to, give us some f****** calls after frustration bubbled over for the five-eighth with the Cedars struggling to remain in the contest. 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. [8], Doueihi made his international debut for Lebanon against Malta on 6 May 2017. Scott Pryde - October 18, 2022 0 Adam Doueihi Lebanon awaiting audio evidence before deciding on Doueihi appeal David Piepers - October 17, 2022 0 WATCH: The footy is back, controversies over the new rules, and is Nicho the worlds best player? Wests Tigers respect and honour the Traditional Custodians of the land and pay our respects to their Elders past, present and future. This trip up here is a pretty big sacrifice for us as a Sydney club," he said. It's understood he will slot straight back into the halves alongside Luke Brooks in Michael Maguire's side once he is recovered from injury, with Jackson Hastings the likely fill in until he returns, although young gun Jock Madden could also be near the first-grade side. [17], In round 10, Doueihi scored two tries and kicked six goals in Wests Tigers 3618 victory over Newcastle. 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 . Comment on stories, get exclusive content and submit your own articles! "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. [22] Copyright 2023 Sporting News Holdings Limited. The re-signing of the 24 . Adam Doueihi will appeal his one-game suspension in a last-ditch effort to play in Lebanon's critical World Cup clash against Ireland. 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. But still, the story was Maguire, and the under-fire coach who just needed a win. 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. Copyright 2023 Sporting News Holdings Limited. "As fatigue set in a little bit, we lost a bit of our marker play and line speed in defence. Copyright 2023 Sporting News Holdings Limited. I think there definitely is an opportunity for us to really push to make the eight," he said. David Nofoaluma echoed the sentiments of Doueihi and feels the next two months is a huge opportunity for the Concord-based outfit. Doueihi was handed a Grade A charge for foul and abusive language towards a match official. He previously played for the South Sydney Rabbitohs in the National Rugby League, and represented Lebanon in the 2017 Rugby League World Cup . A few times you forget theyre even in the room or anywhere," he said. 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. I also worked with [assistant coach] Robbie Farah at the World Cup and liked his coaching style. After starting the game with plenty of intensity and opening the scoring inside the first minute, the Cedars ran out of gas and found themselves on the wrong end of a 34-12 scoreline against the Kiwis. He has told me he wants me here long term. [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. All I know is Benji and Tim [Sheens] have told me Im the No.6 for this year. It must have been quite the gobful.. Doueihi is no stranger to the injury, having previously lost the back end of the 2018 season and half of the 2019 season with the injury. The ACL injury brings with it a return time of an estimated nine months, although some can make it . He previously played for the South Sydney Rabbitohs in the National Rugby League, and represented Lebanon in the 2017 Rugby League World Cup. "I think thats what weve been thinking about and been working on especially defensively.". However, Doueihi claims he said: "Give us some f---ing calls". Head to ESPN's Home of Rugby League. Available now! Lebanon star Adam Doueihi has paid tribute to the World Cup for kickstarting his NRL career, and believes it could do the same for plenty of others. Watch the Rugby League World Cup on ch. Comment on stories, get exclusive content and submit your own articles! Everything is going as planned at the moment, Doueihi said on SEN 1170. Available now! Cedars coach Michael Cheika said his side fought valiantly, but lost the ruck battle against a powerful Kiwis outfit. Wests Tigers star Adam Doueihi has revealed that he is targeting a return ahead of schedule from a devastating ACL injury. It was short kick-off and play was just going to keep going, but Grant Atkins reacted. 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. Im a bit nervous actuallyit will be a good watch I guess," he said. If we want to be genuine chances in this comp, weve got to win these games and it will put us in the eight. 39K views, 821 likes, 107 loves, 59 comments, 59 shares, Facebook Watch Videos from South Sydney Rabbitohs: The wait is finally over. "I think a few of the players get micd up in the games and youll see what happens at training and stuff. You have skipped the navigation, tab for page content. On Sunday morning, he told SEN Radio that he is on track with his recovery and could be back sooner than expected. Follow. I like being in the six jersey, I feel like I get my hands on the ball more," he said. 502 or stream on Kayo: https://t.co/KU6O1WangG pic.twitter.com/LkjXvkO711. 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. [11], Doueihi made his debut for South Sydney in round 2 of the 2018 NRL season against Penrith. 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. "The passion and the love of playing for Lebanon thats not enough sometimes. Milford was sent to the sin-bin, as Samoa were battered by the hosts 60-6 in the opening match of the World Cup. We want to make the sacrifice worthwhile, and if we can sneak into the eight its a massive bonus for us. 83 posts. Oct 16th, 2022. I think that we delivered on a lot of things we wanted to in our own personal game plan," he said. I am a local junior and I genuinely do have a connection to the club, Doueihi said. Making matters worse, winger Cody Ramsey also suffered an apparent rib injury with Mikaele Ravalawa and Jordan Pereira still both suspended next week. 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.. Eels halfback Mitchell Moses is weighing his future. Sports news, results and expert commentary. "We just couldn't get out of our own end. It gave Doueihi a return date estimate of late May - or almost halfway through the 2022 season. Adam Doueihi is staying put another year at the Wests Tigers.Credit:Getty. 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. Joey Leilua then sealed it late, running through where Lomax would have been. Confusion reigned after Adam Doueihi was sent off in mysterious fashion I think that we delivered on a lot of things we wanted to in our own personal game plan," he said. 'Fate is in our own hands': Wests Tigers full of belief following another Adam Doueihi switch, Wests Tigers utility Adam Doueihi has been shifted in and out of the halves all season. 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. 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. 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. 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. I played with Benji and obviously worked alongside him a few years ago. Mark Molyneux is a content producer for Sporting News Australia. [18] In round 16, he scored two tries in a 2238 defeat against South Sydney. Atkins said he told Doueihi "you're not going to call me the c-word" as he sent him off. Adam Doueihi will miss Lebanon's vital clash against Ireland this week after failing to have his dissent charge overturned at the judiciary. "I just wonder with the circumstances of it. 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Wests Tigers star Adam Doueihi has revealed that he is targeting a return ahead of schedule from a devastating ACL injury.. On 30 January 2020, Doueihi signed a four-year contract to return to his roots at Wests Tigers. Well have a look back and see some of the things we could have got better at. 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. 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. I can play fullback if needed, and I feel really comfortable there. [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. Wests Tigers have taken Adam Doueihi off the open market by signing the Lebanon international to a one year contract extension. But once Doueihi was seen jogging off the field, commentator Andrew Voss confirmed the series of events. 22-year-old Doueihi was instrumental throughout the game as he shifted from the centres to fullback seamlessly. Ricky Stuart takes aim at concussion protocol and RLPA during explosive FULL TIME: Sharks vs Rabbitohs Round 1, 2023, FULL TIME: Cowboys vs Raiders Round 1, 2023, FINAL TEAMS: Sharks vs Rabbitohs Round 1, 2023, Updated Team Lists: Wests Tigers vs Titans Round 1, 2023. We dont want to think about previous or what has happened in the past. 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. The only people riding the rollercoaster harder than Maguire were Cini's fans in the Southern Stand. [21] He told Fox League after Fridays impressive trial performance that he did not want his future impacting on his teammates heading into the season proper. Confusion reigned after Adam Doueihi was sent off in mysterious fashion Michael Maguire insisted it was never about him, but there would have been few more relieved men after the Wests Tigers' 16-8 win over St George Illawarra. Capable of playing multiple positions, Doueihi has international experience with Lebanon, playing at the 2017 and 2021 World Cups. I signed under Madge [former coach Michael Maguire] and played fullback in the short term here, but there was always one eye on being the No.6 in the long term. I thought especially our right-edge attack were really good yesterday and piled on some points. It seemed like a very frustrated referee Grant Atkins there. Confirmation it was dissent from Adam Doueihi. [9] In October 2017, he was named in Lebanon's 24-man squad for the 2017 World Cup. I dont think its far off; I dont want to have it coming into the season, Moses said. "I can sort of dictate play instead of waiting for the ball to come to me. Confusion initially reigned around Doueihis dismissal, with Andrew Voss in commentary unsure about the turn of events which led to his send-off. Stefano Utoikamanu and Jake Simpkin were omitted from the 17. 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". www.asics.com.au . He presented his case to a panel in Manchester on Tuesday night but was unsuccessful in having the charge overturned. I havent spent any time at fullback over the summer. Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs Latest News, Australia's #1 independent NRL news source, Kikau opens up over leaked photo, final year at Panthers, The best 17 players still off-contract for 2023. 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. Im really looking forward to a big 2023.. But it was the 59th minute moment that left many scratching their heads, with referee Grant Atkins sending Doueihi from the field.

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