England lock Courtney Lawes has been suspended for two matches after being found guilty of recklessly striking an opponent with his knee.
Lawes was adjudged to have used his knee against Argentina hooker Mario Ledesma in England's 13-9 victory at Otago Stadium in Dunedin on Saturday night.
Lawes, who pleaded not guilty, was suspended by Independent Judicial Officer Terry Willis (Australia) in accordance with the Rugby World Cup 2011 Disciplinary process.
Lawes will miss England's Pool B games against Georgia on Sunday and Romania on September 24.
The offence was considered to be 'low-end' (which has an entry point of three weeks). However, taking into account his excellent disciplinary record and remorse and the absence of aggravating factors, Lawes was suspended for two weeks - considered to be two matches.
