Two-match ban for England's Lawes after knee strike

England lock Courtney Lawes has been handed a two-game ban after being found guilty of recklessly striking an opponent with his knee.

Two-match ban for England's Lawes after knee strike

England lock Courtney Lawes has been handed a two-game ban after being found guilty of recklessly striking an opponent with his knee.

Lawes will miss the Pool B matches with Romania and Georgia, Rugby World Cup organisers have confirmed.

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