Wests Tigers coach Benji Marshall reaches positive meeting with Adam Doueihi

Adam Doueihi, the Wests Tigers' contracted playmaker until 2029, sat out the team's 56‑10 loss to the Canberra Raiders after being moved from halfback to lock. The dispute sparked a crisis meeting on Monday with coach Benji Marshall, CEO Shaun Mielekamp, football manager Pat Richards and Doueihi's manager Isaac Moses. The club described the discussion as “very positive and productive,” and announced that Doueihi will return to training on Tuesday.

Former NRL legend Jared Waerea‑Hargreaves had earlier criticised Doueihi for walking back into the squad amid the club’s six‑game losing streak, questioning his loyalty. Marshall acknowledged the week’s challenges and said the meeting was aimed at resolving the tension and refocusing the team.

The drama has been the dominant story in Australian rugby league this week, highlighting internal discord at a club battling on‑field losses and off‑field issues.