Australia has won the World Cup in a canter, beating New Zealand by seven wickets at the Melbourne Cricket Ground for the country’s fifth world title.
The match was wrapped up in the 34th over after a brilliant innings by retiring skipper Michael Clarke (74), ably
“I’m over the moon. What a tournament!” Clarke said.
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“In any sporting event Australia v New Zealand is always an exciting contest. Tonight was no different. Congratulations to him and his team on a wonderful tournament.”
In a tournament littered with explosive scoring and monstrous totals, Australia’s match-winning effort was relatively low-key but by no means unimpressive.
“To the Australian fans, to all the fans of the game of the cricket I think it’s been an amazing turn out for this tournament,” Clarke said.
“For the support we’ve had through the tournament, thanks to every Australian and every cricket supporter out there.
“Most importantly, to that amazing team including support staff that stands over there. I couldn’t have asked for anything more, the support I’ve received since coming back to the team.
“The way they’ve stood up and played. They deserve to stand here to night and hold that trophy up.”
