#1. Brian Lima (Samoa)
Lima, known as “the Chiropractor,” earns the top spot on this list for his bone-crushing hits and fearless attitude.
In the 2003 Rugby World Cup, Lima delivered one of the most memorable tackles in the sport’s history, leveling South Africa’s Derick Hougaard with a hit that reverberated across the rugby world.
Lima’s unyielding physicality and fearless approach to the game make him a true legend of the sport and the ultimate tough guy of the professional era.