Hobart (Australia): Australia's match-winning leg spin bowler Shane Warne showed some of his old magic on Sunday, further encouraging the Australian squad ahead of next month's World Cup contest. Aiming to recapture top form on time for the four-yearly showpiece in South Africa and Zimbabwe, Warne snapped up two for 41 from 10 overs in only his second match since injuring his right bowling shoulder more than a month ago. Warne said he was happy with his performance for Victoria in a Limited Overs match against Tasmania, but was still unsure when he would return to the Australian team. Australian coach John Buchanan has said he expected Warne to be back on international during the tri-nation series finals, which open in Sydney on Thursday. Despite Warne's effort on Sunday, Victoria lost by three wickets.

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