Leinster and Ireland out-half Johnny Sexton will be suspended for three matches by EPCR for his behaviour towards the match officials after the Champions Cup final, meaning he will miss all of Ireland’s warm-ups v Italy, England and Tonga but will be available for the Rugby World Cup opener v Romania
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Rúaidhrà O’Connor of the Independent reports;
Leinster hit with a suspended £7,500 fine. Details below, both can appeal: pic.twitter.com/AzUdsYuGjF
— Rúaidhrà O'Connor (@RuaidhriOC) July 16, 2023
Ireland will still have Sexton for their World Cup, but missing out on the warm up games is a bit of a blow for the St. Mary’s club man. Sexton is a vital player for Ireland and one that Ireland will need if Ireland hope to finally get to the final four of the tournament. Something that has never been done, can Ireland win the World Cup..?
So….rassie was banned for months after providing evidence of foul reffing, sexton disrespects the ref on field, aaaand…..3 games?
What a farce this world rugby is. 3 weeks is all. For what was done. RASSIE proved points of wrongdoing yet got months….
one year vs 3 friendly’s seems about fair
Stop bitching, Owen Farrel has been getting away Scotfree for foul play after game, ge should have had at least 2 Red Cards in the last 6 Nations Tournament.
Absolutely agree, Farrell has always been a dirty player and constantly gets away with it…… furious right now
Of coarse….Rassie is PROUDLY SOUTH AFRICAN……
To light a sentence.Should have been 5 games at least.Send a strong message.
“disaster for Ireland & their World Cup hopes!” What a lot of rubbish!
Lazy click-driven reporting