The EPCR have released their latest statement in regards to the ongoing 'Johnny Sexton - Misconduct' saga, following his interaction with referee Jaco Peyper and match officials after Leinster's Champions Cup final loss to La Rochelle.
There has been much speculation as to how long Sexton will be banned for, with some predicting he will miss a couple of Ireland's World Cup warm-up games at most, while others are fearing that he could be hit with a 24-week ban which would see him miss out on the World Cup altogether.
Ronan O'Gara, head of La Rochelle, has also had his say on the matter.
After already being hit with a letter of misconduct from the EPCR, Sexton now has a date of July 13 for his hearing - via video conference - and at least another two weeks until we learn of his fate.
How Long Will Johnny Sexton Be Banned For?
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READ HERE: Johnny Sexton Hit With Misconduct Letter For His Champions Cup Final Behaviour
You can read the full EPCR statement below:
"Misconduct complaints against the Leinster Rugby player, Johnny Sexton, and against Leinster Rugby, arising from the Heineken Champions Cup final on Saturday 20 May 2023, have been lodged by EPCR.
"After thorough fact finding and careful review of Johnny Sexton’s behaviour towards match officials after the match, in accordance with EPCR regulations, the EPCR Disciplinary Officer has submitted misconduct complaints so that an independent disciplinary panel can determine whether any misconduct has been committed by Mr Sexton (through his behaviour) and Leinster (through failing to exercise reasonable control over Mr Sexton).
"The complaints were referred to the Chairman of the Independent Disciplinary Panel, who has appointed Christopher Quinlan KC (England, Chair), Adam Casselden SC (Australia) and Marcello D’Orey (Portugal) as the independent Disciplinary Committee to hear the case and consider whether misconduct took place.
"The hearing will take place by video conference, on 13 July.
"EPCR will be making no further comment."
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