# Wests Tigers turmoil in NRL 2026

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/wests-tigers-turmoil-in-nrl-2026
> Updated: 2026-07-25T07:15:19.000Z. Sources: 9. Developments: 2.

In late July 2026 the Wests Tigers were rocked by a dispute after halfback Adam Doueihi withdrew from a match against the Canberra Raiders, refusing a positional change. Coach Benji Marshall warned of a tough week as the club endured a five‑game losing streak and a low ladder position. Two days later the Tigers suffered a 56‑10 defeat, ending any finals hopes, and Marshall said meetings would be held to resolve the issue and protect player mental health.

On 25 July a crisis meeting involving Marshall, CEO Shaun Mielekamp, football manager Pat Richards and Doueihi’s manager Isaac Moses was described as “very positive and productive”. The club announced that Doueihi would return to training the following day, signalling an attempt to calm internal discord while the team continues its on‑field struggles.

The Tigers remain focused on rebuilding for the next season amid ongoing off‑field tensions.

## Timeline

### 2026-07-25: Wests Tigers coach Benji Marshall reaches positive meeting with Adam Doueihi

Wests Tigers resolved the Adam Doueihi dispute after a Monday meeting with coach Benji Marshall and club officials; Doueihi will train Tuesday, ending a week of turmoil.

8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/wests-tigers-coach-benji-marshall-addresses-56-10-loss-and-adam-doueihi-dispute

### 2026-07-23: Canberra Raiders gear up for clash with troubled Wests Tigers

Canberra Raiders coach Ricky Stuart says he feels no sympathy for Wests Tigers, who must win after halfback Adam Doueihi ruled himself out and the club sits 14th with a five‑game losing streak.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/canberra-raiders-gear-up-for-clash-with-troubled-wests-tigers

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