Michael Clarke has shut down speculation he has formally offered to come out of retirement to captain Australia and will not be practicing in the nets in India, where he is commentating for the IPL.

Taking to social media, Clarke said,"Let me make very clear that I have not sent any formal offer to James Sutherland to come back and play cricket."

The 37-year-old, who retired in 2015, said he offered to help in any way he could, which "could mean mentoring the under 14s," and that he "won't be batting in the nets in India in preparation for a comeback."

According to the The Sunday Telegraph, Clarke announced he's the man to guide Australian cricket through its darkest hour following the ball tampering scandal and that he would do 'anything' for Australian cricket.

In an Instagram post, Michael Clarke has said he has not formally offered to play for the Australian team

Michael Clarke (pictured with wife Kyly) has announced he's the man to guide Australian cricket through its darkest hour following the ball tampering scandal

Clarke, now 37, texted Cricket Australia chief James Sutherland, saying he's ready to help in any way he can as Steve Smith's (pictured) caretaker

Clarke (pictured with Smith in 2015) admitted he's nervous about the public's reaction to his announcement, but said he would do 'anything' for Australian cricket

He said: 'If Cricket Australia asks me, I'd drop everything to help out.

'I've got the experience to help these young players and that's where our focus should be right now until the other guys come back.'

The 'other guys' are Smith, David Warner and Cameron Bancroft, who are all suspended from cricket for nine to 12 months for cheating against South Africa last month.

The disgraced trio all accepted their bans last week, meaning the team will be without its former leaders and best batsmen, as well as its promising rookie.

Clarke has recently traveled to India to fulfill his broadcasting commitments for the Indian Premier League, which Smith and Warner will lose $2.4million each by not playing in.

'If Cricket Australia asks me, I'd drop everything to help out,' Clarke (pictured with wife Kyly) said

Smith, David Warner (pictured) and Cameron Bancroft are all suspended from cricket for nine to 12 months for cheating against South Africa last month

Clarke (pictured) is yet to receive a text back from Sutherland, The Daily Telegraph reported

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It was reported Clarke would undergo training sessions in India to prepare for a potential comeback, however, he has refuted this.

Clarke said newly-appointed Test captain Tim Paine, 33, 'can't do it on his own' and will need guidance after being thrown into the role.

The former batsman declared himself as the suitable candidate to offer that support.

'We should all be helping out where we can. I'm not long out of the game. I know the current players. I've had enough experience to be able to help,' he said.

Clarke (pictured with Shane Warne and Mark Nicholas) has arrived in India to fulfill his broadcasting commitments for the Indian Premier League

It's understood Clarke will undergo training sessions in India to prepare for a potential comeback

Clarke (left) suggested he could also help by 'mentoring' Smith (right) while he plays country cricket in England for three months

But Clarke suggested he could also help off the field by 'mentoring' his successor Smith for three months while he plays country cricket in England.

Clarke encouraged Cricket Australia to make a decision as soon as possible to ensure the team remain competitive over the coming months.

The father-of-one polarised Australian cricket fans during his career, with many critical of his multiple locker room feuds with teammates, such as Shane Watson and Simon Katich.

Clarke played 115 Tests for Australia during a challenging period when cricket legends Shane Warne, Glenn McGrath, Ricky Ponting, Adam Gilchrist and Matthew Hayden were among those who retied.

He averaged 49.10 runs in Test cricket and made 28 centuries.

The father-of-one (pictured with wife Kyly) polarised Australian cricket fans during his career