Australian users can personalise their ESPN experience by downloading the App. "We want to look back and know we did ourselves proud and everyone back in Sydney proud. NRL Wests Tigers Adam Doueihi confirms ACL surgery setback - ESPN.com The key for the Tigers is what happens next, given they are yet to string together three straight wins under Maguire. 83 posts. He previously played for the South Sydney Rabbitohs in the National Rugby League, and represented Lebanon in the 2017 Rugby League World Cup. "We had to defend 55 plays in our 20, we had 10 up the other end. A few times you forget theyre even in the room or anywhere," he said. Please try again later. 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. [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. The Dragons meanwhile hurt themselves, as they lacked cohesion in attack at times in their third straight loss. [15], In round 17, he scored two tries and kicked five goals as Wests defeated Manly-Warringah 3432 at Brookvale Oval. We acknowledge the stories, traditions and living cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples on the lands we meet, gather and play on. 'Fate is in our own hands': Wests Tigers full of belief following It seemed like a very frustrated referee Grant Atkins, there. 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. So fingers crossed I can have a good year this year and I wanted to back myself to push for a long-term contract.. Doueihi also slotted five conversions in the win over Brisbane, which places them back in the hunt for the top eight. You have skipped the navigation, tab for page content. The Tigers were far from great as a team but on the score of individual influence, Doueihi was brilliant. We all saw the return of Adam Doueihi last week, now follow. And the lessons he has learnt from one of the Tigers greatest five-eighths, Benji Marshall, have him primed for his best year yet. It was short kick-off and play was just going to keep going, but Grant Atkins reacted. 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. 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. However, Doueihi claims he said: "Give us some f---ing calls". Doueihi admitted he is nervous to see what transpires when the series airs onFox League. There was no on-field audio of the incident due to a technical glitch at the time. 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 . Capable of playing multiple positions, Doueihi has international experience with Lebanon, playing at the 2017 and 2021 World Cups. "I can sort of dictate play instead of waiting for the ball to come to me. The 22-year-old was . Rugby League World Cup Lebanon's Adam Doueihi loses RLWC ban appeal [17], In round 10, Doueihi scored two tries and kicked six goals in Wests Tigers 3618 victory over Newcastle. Adam Doueihi will miss Lebanon's vital clash against Ireland this week after failing to have his dissent charge overturned at the judiciary. 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. The Wests Tigers player is. NRL 2021, Wests Tigers, Adam Doueihi, Moses Mbye | NRL.com [16], Douehi played every game for Wests in 2020 as the club finished 11th on the table and missed the finals. 502 or stream on Kayo: https://t.co/KU6O1WangG pic.twitter.com/LkjXvkO711. 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. NRL 2021: Wests Tigers coach Michael Maguire moves Adam Doueihi to "As fatigue set in a little bit, we lost a bit of our marker play and line speed in defence. 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: I want to make a decision soon.. "The six jersey was good for me yesterday, so hopefully Im back in that this week.". 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. Doueihi, who joined the Tigers in 2020, has floated between fullback, five-eighth and centre across 51 games for the club. Follow. Doueihi believes the business end of the season will be a big test for them up in the Queensland hub, but one they are ready to face. Rugby League World Cup fixtures, scores, table, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. "Those wins are game changers for your mindset and how you turn up each week. That is always a confidence boost for you as a player when the coach respects your strengths and thinks the same way. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. 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. 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.. Copyright 2023 Sporting News Holdings Limited. ACL injuries have been known to cause players to perform well below their best on return, and while there is some doubt as to Doueihi after a second ACL injury, he will still be a crucial part of the Tigers side. 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. Adam Doueihi (@adamdoueihi_) Instagram photos and videos Sign up for our Sport newsletter. We lost a bit of the middle when we got fatigued and the ruck speed came from New Zealand, that was hard to take.". "I just wonder with the circumstances of it. After his worst game of the year last week, Doueihi put three players through for linebreaks as he also busted through three tackles himself. Early life [ edit] "I think thats what weve been thinking about and been working on especially defensively.". Wests Tigers have taken Adam Doueihi off the open market by signing the Lebanon international to a one year contract extension. I am enjoying it and I genuinely feel success isn't far off. 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. Tue 11 May 2021, 06:20 PM. Im really looking forward to a big 2023.. 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.. He previously played for the South Sydney Rabbitohs in the National Rugby League, and represented Lebanon in the 2017 Rugby League World Cup . 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. Fox League 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. 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 . 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. Adam Doueihi is staying put another year at the Wests Tigers.Credit:Getty. [4], He played his junior rugby league for the Strathfield Raiders and Dundas Shamrocks. Adam Doueihi joins Inside the NRL ahead of documentary premiere. But it was the 59th minute moment that left many scratching their heads, with referee Grant Atkins sending Doueihi from the field. 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. Adam Doueihi is staying put another year at the Wests Tigers. 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Joey Leilua then sealed it late, running through where Lomax would have been. Australia's athlete Power Rankings: Who are our most influential stars? 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. I think that we delivered on a lot of things we wanted to in our own personal game plan," he said. 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 . Adam Doueihi - Wikipedia Serious knee injury confirmed for Doueihi - NRL News - Zero Tackle Im a bit nervous actuallyit will be a good watch I guess," he said. 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. WATCH: The footy is back, controversies over the new rules, and is Nicho the worlds best player? 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. [21] 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. Im friends with him, we played at the World Cup together, and I like playing with him. The Wests Tigers will be forced to finish the 2021 NRL season without utility back Adam Doueihi. Stream the NRL premiership 2023 live and free on 9Now. But I wont keep trying to guess if hes coming or staying. 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. I played with Benji and obviously worked alongside him a few years ago. [11], Doueihi made his debut for South Sydney in round 2 of the 2018 NRL season against Penrith. After they trailed 8-4 at halftime, Maguire's men dominated the second half with 67 per cent possession as they spent most of it camped on the Dragons' line. Wests Tigers five-eighth Adam Doueihi scores a try against the Manly Sea Eagles Jono Searle/Getty Images. Doueihi plays test rugby league for Lebanon, which was rocked by a tragic explosion in Beirut. Milford was sent to the sin-bin, as Samoa were battered by the hosts 60-6 in the opening match of the World Cup. 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.. [14], With the signing of Latrell Mitchell for 2020, it left Doueihi on the outer with South Sydney. "I think a few of the players get micd up in the games and youll see what happens at training and stuff. [18] In round 16, he scored two tries in a 2238 defeat against South Sydney. Well have a look back and see some of the things we could have got better at. 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. 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. Doueihi, who joined the Tigers in 2020, has floated between fullback, five-eighth and centre across 51 games . 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. Lebanons coach Michael Cheika admitted post-match that with Doueihi sent off with 20 minutes still remaining, his side had lost their way. It gave Doueihi a return date estimate of late May - or almost halfway through the 2022 season. NRL star with Lebanese heritage makes heartfelt tribute to - Stuff 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. I think where things are at with training and stuff, I think weve found a good place. We want to make the sacrifice worthwhile, and if we can sneak into the eight its a massive bonus for us. 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. Head to ESPN's Home of Rugby League. 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. 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. Wests Tigers fullback Adam Doueihi is distraught after a loss to the Newcastle Knights in August 2020. I was pleased with all the lads. '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 inks one year NRL deal with Wests Tigers The next day he was charged for abuse of a match official and given a one-match ban. 29.3K followers. NRL 2022: Adam Doueihi, Wests Tigers, injury, Michael Maguire, Jackson 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.. Doueihi will line-up on Sunday in the Tigers' final trial, however will be without half their spine in Luke Brooks and Apisai Koroisau due to calf complaints. We need to set ourselves up for the tournament in a certain way, the principles that the team will play with. He made a successful return from a major knee injury in the 2022 season. 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. Doueihi would likely shift to fullback if the Tigers were able to land Moses for 2024. If we want to be genuine chances in this comp, weve got to win these games and it will put us in the eight. I don't know I just feel comfortable here. 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. Australia's athlete Power Rankings: Who are our most influential stars? 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". The 2023 NRL Season is here and the Zero Tackle Season Guide is back! Sports news, results and expert commentary. This trip up here is a pretty big sacrifice for us as a Sydney club," he said. 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. Adam Doueihi - Wests Tigers - NRL Player Profile - Zero Tackle Watch the Rugby League World Cup on ch. 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 . However, ask Adam, and he isn't planning on hitting the exit doors anytime soon. 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. The 2023 NRL Season is here and the Zero Tackle Season Guide is back! 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. The re-signing of the 24 . Confirmation it was dissent from Adam Doueihi. 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. MORE: Lebanon draw, squad and their road to the final at the RLWC| Kiwis overpower Lebanon. Doueihi was dismissed in the second half of Lebanon's loss to New Zealand on Sunday (Monday AEDT). 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. Wests Tigers have taken Adam Doueihi off the open market by signing the Lebanon international to a one year contract extension. The ACL injury brings with it a return time of an estimated nine months, although some can make it . NRL 2023: Adam Doueihi's contract extension with Wests Tigers could 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. 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 passion and the love of playing for Lebanon thats not enough sometimes. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. It must have been quite the gobful.. He has also a background in rugby union, having represented the Australian Schoolboys while attending St. Patrick's College, Strathfield in 2016. 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. 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. Confirmation it was dissent from Adam Doueihi. 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. I havent spent any time at fullback over the summer. 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. 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. Despite the injuries, neither are expected to miss the season opener against the Gold Coast in a fortnight's time. Wests Tigers star Adam Doueihi has revealed that he is targeting a return ahead of schedule from a devastating ACL injury.. David Nofoaluma echoed the sentiments of Doueihi and feels the next two months is a huge opportunity for the Concord-based outfit. Real or Not: Send off was enough for Adam Doueihi