I'll be Back, says shocked Neil

England World Cup winner Neil Back has admitted his shock at being axed from the squad for the RBS 6 Nations Championship opener against Italy – but has vowed to win back his international place.

Mon, 09 Feb, 2004 - 07:13

England World Cup winner Neil Back has admitted his shock at being axed from the squad for the RBS 6 Nations Championship opener against Italy – but has vowed to win back his international place.

The 66-times capped flanker was yesterday omitted by coach Clive Woodward, together with fellow World Cup winners Kyran Bracken and Martin Corry.

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