Ireland's James Lowe Named Among Rugby's Biggest Sh**houses
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With James Lowe’s recent gamesmanship during Ireland’s Six Nations opener against England sparking outrage, it seems only fitting to highlight the biggest shithouses in rugby history.
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From skilled manipulations of referees to blatant unsporting behaviour, these players manage to both infuriate opponents and entertain fans in equal measure.
Whether it’s for their gamesmanship or pure nastiness on the field, these players have built a legacy of being the ones you love to hate.
#8. Peter “Pushing the Limits” O’Mahony (Ireland)
O’Mahony has earned a reputation for being one of rugby’s most shithouse players due to his aggressive and often controversial on-field tactics. The Irish forward is known for his tough and confrontational style of play, especially at the breakdown.
His ability to rile opponents and push the boundaries of what’s acceptable in rugby has made him a key figure in many high-intensity matches. O’Mahony's constant niggling and his occasional gamesmanship have earned him both admiration and disdain in equal measure.
#7. Bakkies “Brawn and Bother” Botha (South Africa)
Bakkies Botha, a towering figure for the Springboks, built a career on being one of rugby's most feared players. Known for his aggressive physicality, Botha didn't hold back when it came to intimidating his opponents. His no-nonsense approach led to multiple suspensions, but it's also what made him so effective. If you've been on the receiving end of his ferocious tackling and no-pity approach, you wouldn't be a fan—but you couldn't help but respect him for it
#6. Joe “The Banter King” Marler (England)
Marler has spent a career perfecting the art of the "shithouse" role. His blend of mischief and unrelenting gamesmanship has made him a fan favourite for England, but not so much for opposition fans. Known for winding up rivals, Marler's infamous antics include cheeky altercations with the likes of Alun Wyn Jones and calling it "just a bit of banter." However, his off-the-field moments, like his Twitter altercations, have only added to his notorious reputation.
#5. Dan “Frustration Express” Biggar (Wales)
Amusingly, Biggar epitomizes the kind of player who can invoke strong dislike, but once he’s on your team, you’d defend him to the hilt. Known for his fiery temperament, the Welsh fly-half has perfected the art of berating referees. His arm-raised frustration towards officials has become his trademark. Online personality Glove39 even created a hilarious video titled ‘birdman’ to parody Biggar's signature expression.
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