To be honest, I dont mind where he moves me to Im pretty versatile like that and can handle most positions in the backline. Copyright 2023 Sporting News Holdings Limited. I don't know I just feel comfortable here. "The passion and the love of playing for Lebanon thats not enough sometimes. NRL 2022: Adam Doueihi, Wests Tigers, injury, Michael Maguire, Jackson It has now been reported that Doueihi . Wests Tigers have taken Adam Doueihi off the open market by signing the Lebanon international to a one year contract extension. "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. A few rival clubs have been sniffing around the Lebanese international half, however despite opportunities elsewhere, Doueihi never considered walking out on the club. Lebanons coach Michael Cheika admitted post-match that with Doueihi sent off with 20 minutes still remaining, his side had lost their way. Atkins said he told Doueihi "you're not going to call me the c-word" as he sent him off. It was short kick-off and play was just going to keep going, but Grant Atkins reacted. The Wests Tigers player is. The Dragons meanwhile hurt themselves, as they lacked cohesion in attack at times in their third straight loss. We acknowledge the stories, traditions and living cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples on the lands we meet, gather and play on. 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. 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. "Its inside the four walls that fans dont really get access to. Confusion initially reigned around Doueihis dismissal, with Andrew Voss in commentary unsure about the turn of events which led to his send-off. 22-year-old Doueihi was instrumental throughout the game as he shifted from the centres to fullback seamlessly. Adam Doueihi officially confirms future on short-term deal I think there definitely is an opportunity for us to really push to make the eight," he said. NRL news 2022: Adam Doueihi to appeal one match World Cup ban for The local junior admitted that he prefers being in the halves, but is comfortable wherever Michael Maguire decides to play him. 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. 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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. It seemed like a very frustrated referee Grant Atkins there. 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. NRL star with Lebanese heritage makes heartfelt tribute to - Stuff Doueihis contract extension with Tigers could have big implications for Brooks. We were on the same page when it came to how we wanted to attack. 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. Doueihi plays test rugby league for Lebanon, which was rocked by a tragic explosion in Beirut. 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. 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. But once Doueihi was seen jogging off the field, commentator Andrew Voss confirmed the series of events. [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. 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. [9] In October 2017, he was named in Lebanon's 24-man squad for the 2017 World Cup. The 22-year-old was . Adam Doueihi inks one year NRL deal with Wests Tigers 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. [15], In round 17, he scored two tries and kicked five goals as Wests defeated Manly-Warringah 3432 at Brookvale Oval. Scott Pryde - October 18, 2022 0 Adam Doueihi Lebanon awaiting audio evidence before deciding on Doueihi appeal David Piepers - October 17, 2022 0 Despite playing a starring role at the Wests Tigers in the halves, the 24-year-old has . Adam Doueihi - Wikipedia Making matters worse, winger Cody Ramsey also suffered an apparent rib injury with Mikaele Ravalawa and Jordan Pereira still both suspended next week. '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. 'Fate is in our own hands': Wests Tigers full of belief following 502 or stream on Kayo: https://t.co/KU6O1WangG pic.twitter.com/LkjXvkO711. Early life [ edit] NRL 2021, Wests Tigers, Adam Doueihi, Moses Mbye | NRL.com "I just wonder with the circumstances of it. Watch the Rugby League World Cup on ch. 83 posts. Adam Doueihi. [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. 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. We all saw the return of Adam Doueihi last week, now follow. Serious knee injury confirmed for Doueihi - NRL News - Zero Tackle It seemed like a very frustrated referee Grant Atkins, there. [21] 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. "It was more about the team and the organisation," Maguire said. 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. Confusion reigned after Adam Doueihi was sent off in mysterious fashion Eels halfback Mitchell Moses is weighing his future.Credit:Getty. "I could just see a real difference in their head space, and how they played for and dug in for each other.". 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. Adam Doueihi sent off in bizarre moment in Lebanon's loss to New I like being in the six jersey, I feel like I get my hands on the ball more," he said. Comment on stories, get exclusive content and submit your own articles! 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. "It was a tough effort for our guys to keep turning up. We would like to show you a description here but the site won't allow us. 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. If we want to be genuine chances in this comp, weve got to win these games and it will put us in the eight. Official NRL profile of Adam Doueihi for Wests Tigers | Wests Tigers RLWC 2022: Adam Doueihi sent off over ugly act towards referee Watch the Rugby League World Cup on ch. Of course, losing a man and a player in that position really got us out of sorts and we got hit in blocks, with a couple of tries in a row.. Hell have a list of boxes I need to tick, and as long as I tick all of them Ill be good to go. 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.. 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 . 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. I played with Benji and obviously worked alongside him a few years ago. Doueihi, who joined the Tigers in 2020, has floated between fullback, five-eighth and centre across 51 games for the club. Copyright 2023 Sporting News Holdings Limited. The only people riding the rollercoaster harder than Maguire were Cini's fans in the Southern Stand. 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. "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. 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.. But it was his kicking game which really got Wests Tigers over the line - slotting. He presented his case to a panel in Manchester on Tuesday night but was unsuccessful in having the charge overturned. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. [8], Doueihi made his international debut for Lebanon against Malta on 6 May 2017. "Thats something that we are really focused on, and its definitely an opportunity for us to take advantage of being here in Brisbane together. 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. On 30 January 2020, Doueihi signed a four-year contract to return to his roots at Wests Tigers. MORE: Lebanon draw, squad and their road to the final at the RLWC| Kiwis overpower Lebanon. It must have been quite the gobful.. Wests Tigers star Adam Doueihi has revealed that he is targeting a return ahead of schedule from a devastating ACL injury.. Available now! [16], Douehi played every game for Wests in 2020 as the club finished 11th on the table and missed the finals. Rugby League World Cup 2022: Adam Doueihi sent off in New Zealand v We lost a bit of the middle when we got fatigued and the ruck speed came from New Zealand, that was hard to take.". All I know is Benji and Tim [Sheens] have told me Im the No.6 for this year. He previously played for the South Sydney Rabbitohs in the National Rugby League, and represented Lebanon in the 2017 Rugby League World Cup. And the lessons he has learnt from one of the Tigers greatest five-eighths, Benji Marshall, have him primed for his best year yet. I think that we delivered on a lot of things we wanted to in our own personal game plan," he said. Doueihi would likely shift to fullback if the Tigers were able to land Moses for 2024. February 8th, 2022 10:23 am Wests Tigers star Adam Doueihi has pledged to repay long suffering Tigers fans for their loyalty as he opened up on the pain of having his best season in the NRL cut short by a knee injury.