Rugby World Cup awards 2023, part 1

In previous years I have waited until the end of the tournament to give my Rugby World Cup awards. But this year I feel confident that I can make my first two awards before we’ve even finished the pool stages. Indeed, before I’ve even seen all the teams play.

I am pleased to announce that Esteban Inostroza of Chile wins the Worst Hair award for his utter abomination of a skullet, and Shalva Mamukashvili of Georgia wins Best Facial Hair.