For the past week, the Wests Tigers have dominated NRL news because halfback Adam Doueihi stood himself down from playing last weekend after being told he would be picked as lock forward. Now, following days of speculation and accusations of unprofessionalism and preferential treatment at the club, Doueihi is set to line up as the team's halfback against the Eels on Sunday.

So what actually sparked the implosion at the Tigers? And should coach Benji Marshall have welcomed Doueihi back into the team so soon?

Plus, with only six rounds remaining in the regular NRL season, the race is on to make the finals. Will your team make the top eight?

This week, national head of sport Neil Breen and rugby league journalists Christian Nicolussi and Adrian Proszenko break down the game's biggest stories.

For the past week, the Wests Tigers have dominated NRL news because halfback Adam Doueihi stood himself down from playing last weekend after being told he would be picked as lock forward. Now, following days of speculation and accusations of unprofessionalism and preferential treatment at the club, Doueihi is set to line up as the team's halfback against the Eels on Sunday. So what actually sparked the implosion at the Tigers? And should coach Benji Marshall have welcomed Doueihi back into the team so soon? Plus, with only six rounds remaining in the regular NRL season, the race is on to make the finals. Will your team make the top eight? This week, national head of sport Neil Breen and rugby league journalists Christian Nicolussi and Adrian Proszenko break down the game's biggest stories.

From newsroom of The Sydney Morning Herald, NRL podcast 40/20 gives you press pass access to the latest news, controversies and performances in the rugby league calendar. Each week, hear the best analysis in the business from Neil Breen, Christian Nicolussi, Channel Nine's Zac Bailey and a host of guest stars.

Follow, and review our show on Apple or Spotify, and for all the latest sports news, go to smh.com.au.

From newsroom of The Sydney Morning Herald,&nbsp;NRL podcast 40/20 gives you press pass access to the&nbsp;latest news, controversies and performances in the rugby league calendar. Each week, hear the best analysis in the business from Neil Breen, Christian Nicolussi, Channel Nine's Zac Bailey and a host of guest stars.
Follow, and review our show on Apple or Spotify, and for all the latest sports news, go to <a href="https://www.smh.com.au/sport/nrl">smh.com.au.</a>