Athlete. Real or Not: Send off was enough for Adam Doueihi 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". "I think thats what weve been thinking about and been working on especially defensively.". "It was ugly at times, but they rode the highs and lows of the game all the way to the end.". We lost a bit of the middle when we got fatigued and the ruck speed came from New Zealand, that was hard to take.". 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. 22-year-old Doueihi was instrumental throughout the game as he shifted from the centres to fullback seamlessly. 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. Doueihis contract extension with Tigers could have big implications for Brooks. 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 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. Adam Doueihi reveals reason behind one-year extension Adam Doueihi sent off in bizarre moment in Lebanon's loss to New 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 . 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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. 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. It was first thought that Lebanon trainer Robbie Farah had been sent, before Doueihi was seen going to the touchline. "The passion and the love of playing for Lebanon thats not enough sometimes. "Thats something that we are really focused on, and its definitely an opportunity for us to take advantage of being here in Brisbane together. NRL Adam Doueihi stars, Wests Tigers beat St George Illawarra Dragons The 22-year-old was . I guess he knows my game and I feel as though he appreciates that. But still, the story was Maguire, and the under-fire coach who just needed a win. Download ESPN from Google Play Store We sort of verse teams that are all around us to finish the season. 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. 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. 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. However, ask Adam, and he isn't planning on hitting the exit doors anytime soon. Injured Tiger Adam Doueihi reveals likely return timeline Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs Latest News, Australia's #1 independent NRL news source. Adam Doueihi (@adamdoueihi_) Instagram photos and videos But once Doueihi was seen jogging off the field, commentator Andrew Voss confirmed the series of events. Im a bit nervous actuallyit will be a good watch I guess," he said. "We had to defend 55 plays in our 20, we had 10 up the other end. "Those wins are game changers for your mindset and how you turn up each week. "It was more about the team and the organisation," Maguire said. I can play fullback if needed, and I feel really comfortable there. "The fate is in our hands and well see what happens.". I did most of the pre-season at six, but when I moved to centre it wasnt too bad of a move. Wests Tigers star Adam Doueihi has revealed that he is targeting a return ahead of schedule from a devastating ACL injury. Adam Doueihi joins Inside the NRL ahead of documentary premiere. Follow. Doueihi admitted he is nervous to see what transpires when the series airs onFox League. I think that we delivered on a lot of things we wanted to in our own personal game plan," he said. "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.. This trip up here is a pretty big sacrifice for us as a Sydney club," he said. "We've been through this and had a win, but we've got to make sure we back it up," he said. And the lessons he has learnt from one of the Tigers greatest five-eighths, Benji Marshall, have him primed for his best year yet. We all saw the return of Adam Doueihi last week, now follow. 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. "I just wonder with the circumstances of it. Im friends with him, we played at the World Cup together, and I like playing with him. Adam Doueihi - Wests Tigers - NRL Player Profile - Zero Tackle [22] We need to set ourselves up for the tournament in a certain way, the principles that the team will play with. [17], In round 10, Doueihi scored two tries and kicked six goals in Wests Tigers 3618 victory over Newcastle. It must have been quite the gobful.. All I know is Benji and Tim [Sheens] have told me Im the No.6 for this year. "I can sort of dictate play instead of waiting for the ball to come to me. 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. He made a successful return from a major knee injury in the 2022 season. [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. Doueihi, who joined the Tigers in 2020, has floated between fullback, five-eighth and centre across 51 games for the club. [12][13], Doueihi made his long awaited return for South Sydney in round 12 of the 2019 NRL season against Parramatta which ended in a 2614 loss at the new Western Sydney Stadium. He presented his case to a panel in Manchester on Tuesday night but was unsuccessful in having the charge overturned. 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 could just see a real difference in their head space, and how they played for and dug in for each other.". A few times you forget theyre even in the room or anywhere," he said. Early life [ edit] But I wont keep trying to guess if hes coming or staying. The Wests Tigers will be forced to finish the 2021 NRL season without utility back Adam Doueihi. Lebanons coach Michael Cheika admitted post-match that with Doueihi sent off with 20 minutes still remaining, his side had lost their way. 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 . Sports news, results and expert commentary. Adam Doueihi inks one year NRL deal with Wests Tigers David Nofoaluma echoed the sentiments of Doueihi and feels the next two months is a huge opportunity for the Concord-based outfit. I think that we delivered on a lot of things we wanted to in our own personal game plan," he said. I think there definitely is an opportunity for us to really push to make the eight," he said. 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. That is always a confidence boost for you as a player when the coach respects your strengths and thinks the same way. 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. Adam Doueihi's Road to Recovery | The wait is finally over. We all Confusion reigned after Adam Doueihi was sent off in mysterious fashion They completed at just 75 per cent, and had only 18 play-the-balls in the Tigers' half in the second half. Confusion initially reigned around Doueihis dismissal, with Andrew Voss in commentary unsure about the turn of events which led to his send-off. We would like to show you a description here but the site won't allow us. Head to ESPN's Home of Rugby League. Australia's athlete Power Rankings: Who are our most influential stars. 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. Adam Doueihi - Wikipedia He previously played for the South Sydney Rabbitohs in the National Rugby League, and represented Lebanon in the 2017 Rugby League World Cup. I played with Benji and obviously worked alongside him a few years ago. Wests Tigers have taken Adam Doueihi off the open market by signing the Lebanon international to a one year contract extension. Footy Fan Offers Adam Doueihi Some Kicking Advice In - SPORTbible Doueihi apologised to Atkins after full-time and was provided a character reference by Lebanon coach Michael Cheika, who is also Doueihi's uncle. Laurie also bust through the line to put the Tigers on the attack for their first and threw the last ball for Cini's try. 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. 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. Stream the NRL premiership 2023 live and free on 9Now. Get NRL news and more in your inbox 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. 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. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. Adam Doueihi inks one year NRL deal with Wests Tigers 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. 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.. Please try again later. 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.