England legend and iconic pundit QUITS role at ITV as he turns attention to ‘other business ventures’

ENGLAND World Cup winning coach Sir Clive Woodward has QUIT his punditry role at ITV.

Woodward has been part of the broadcaster’s Six Nations coverage for the best part of a decade.

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Sir Clive Woodward is stepping down from his punditry role at ITV[/caption]

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Woodward is the only coach to guide England to World Cup success[/caption]

He also worked during last years autumn World Cup hosted in France.

England reached the semi-finals of the tournament before losing to eventual winners South Africa.

However, he revealed he was stepping down from his position ahead of this years tournament.

The 2003 World Cup winning coach – England’s only success – cited wanting to focus on “other business ventures” as his reason for leaving.

Woodward, 68, told The Times: “It has been a fantastic time but I now want to concentrate on other things.

“ITV were very disappointed but after the Rugby World Cup I wanted to go out on a high. I will be at Twickenham still – but this time as a spectator and fan.

I would like to thank the ITV Sport team and my fellow panellists and co-commentators for so many great games and happy memories, and wish everyone the very best for an exciting Six Nations campaign.”

ITV are set to announce its pundits and presenters for the tournament next week.

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The tournament kicks off on February 2nd and will run until March 16.

Reigning champions Ireland play France in Marseille to kick off the competition.

England’s first game will be the following day with a match against Italy.