THE SPORT SCAN – The English media Ruck published, according to him, the ranking of the most overrated players in the history of the Six Nations Tournament. Sébastien Chabal, legendary player of the French XV arrives in particular… in first position.
This is a ranking that will not please some… Specializing in the world of ovals, the English media Ruck has published its ranking of the most overrated players in the history of the Six Nations Tournament. And a well-known name in French Rugby appears there: Sébastien Chabal. The former fierce second line of the French XV (62 caps) comes in first place in the British site’s barometer. But why? According to the latter, the name of the native of Valencia would have become so famous, not for his performances on the field, but for his “character”. “His appearance was half of his reputation. Each time he was monitored, he was absent from the proceedings. »
Sergio Parisse, Chris Ashton… other big names present
The media across the Channel implies that the ex-Racing 92 player would never have been there during the big matches. Chabal would, therefore, have become legendary only through his bestiality on the lawns and his tackles of which he alone had the secret, as during the famous France-All Blacks of 2007 where the Canal+ consultant had inflicted several monstrous tackles on certain New Zealanders. “His long hair, his imposing figure and his (more than) full beard” also played on its great popularity. The criticisms that have been repeatedly expressed on its subject are “justified because its overall impact on dating does not justify the hype surrounding it. » “The caveman” will appreciate…
Within this ranking, we also find the former captain of the Italian selection and Stade Français Paris, Sergio Parisse. The Welsh Alun-Wyn Jones and George North are also present, alongside the Englishman Chris Ashton, best try scorer in the history of the English championship and the European Cup. Rugby players considered, however, as great players… The 2025 edition of the Tournament will begin for the Blues who will host the XV du Poireau on Friday January 31. Fabien Galthié’s men will meet their good English enemies on February 8 for a “Crunch” which will have the air of (slight) settling of scores.
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