Johnny Sexton handed three-game ban but cleared for Ireland's World Cup campaign

THREE-GAME BAN: Ireland's Johnny Sexton arrives ahead of a match.

Johnny Sexton has been suspended for three matches but is clear to represent Ireland at the upcoming World Cup in France.

Sexton has received the ban following an independent Disciplinary Hearing arising from the Heineken Champions Cup final last May. Leinster Rugby have also been handed a suspended £7500 fine.