Sydney: Australia skipper Michael Clarke sought the help of past master Shane Warne during the team's net session at the Sydney Cricket Ground yesterday in a bid to prepare for the spinning challenge ahead of today's World Cup semi-final against India.


Australia skipper Michael Clarke with spin legend Shane Warne after a net session at the SCG yesterday. Pic/Ashwin Ferro

"Warne has come to train with the boys in previous tournaments too and the team management thought they could use his help again this time," said member of the Australian team. Warne arrived at the nets and went straight up to Clarke.