Delve into the article below to uncover the less flattering alternative identities of some of England’s renowned rugby stars throughout the years, including the captain of England’s victorious 2003 Rugby World Cup team.
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1. Will Carling – Billy Bumbface
Former England captain Will Carling earned the nickname “Billy Bumbface” from his teammates due to his distinctive chiseled chin. Throughout his career, he’s endured various other unflattering epithets as well.
2. Tadhg Furlong – Rikishi
Derived from the Japanese term ‘Sumo’ meaning wrestler, the term ‘rikishi’ aptly describes the formidable Irish tighthead Tadhg Furlong. However, Furlong acquired this nickname not only due to his wrestling prowess but also because of his resemblance to a WWE wrestler of the same name, known for his penchant for displaying his belly.
3. James Haskell – The Unflushable Turd
Former England teammate Joe Marler remarked that despite being entangled in numerous off-the-pitch controversies and facing the disapproval of various administrations, ‘the unflushable turd’ has consistently managed to rebound.
