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England captain Owen Farrell banned for first two Rugby World Cup games after tackle

  • Farrell received four-match ban, including World Cup games against Argentina and Japan, after dangerous high tackle against Wales.
  • World Rugby won appeal against decision to overturn Farrell's original red card for the tackle.
  • Appeal committee ruled Farrell did not attempt to wrap arms around opponent in illegal tackle.
  • England coach Steve Borthwick awaits fate of Billy Vunipola, who also received a red card recently.
  • England focusing on discipline and tackle technique in final World Cup warm-up against Fiji.
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