Ronnie O'Sullivan brands snooker rival John Higgins "an underachiever" in shock jibe

The Englishman was scathing in his verdict on the four-time World Champions career.

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Neil GouldingShowbiz Reporter

Mark PirieDaily Record Sports Writer

11:02, 6 MAY 2020

John Higgins has enjoyed a successful career — John Higgins has enjoyed a successful career (Image: Getty)

Ronnie O’Sullivan has taken a shot at Wishaw rival John Higgins - branding the Lanarkshire favourite "an underachiever."

O'Sullivan has won just six more ranking titles than Wishaw Wizard Higgins, but the five-time world champion unleashed a scathing rank on the top Scot.

“I’ve always thought John has underachieved during his career. I’ve always loved the way Higgins plays, I just think ‘wow’.

"But for someone with his game, his temperament, his bottle, it’s surprising he’s not won more.

Ronnie O'Sullivan has fired a shut at one of his greatest rivals — Ronnie O'Sullivan has fired a shut at one of his greatest rivals (Image: VCG via Getty Images)

"The people that know snooker definitely appreciate him, but the people that don’t know snooker don’t appreciate time.

"But John’s game is built for Sheffield [at the World Championship], his game is suited to winning there.”

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