Australia and New Zealand face of in the final of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2015 and there is a bustling sense of expectation heading into the contest, given that an age old rivalry will be part of a World Cup. Trans-Tasman as it is called, with a sea separating the two nations have a rivalry across sports. For the Kiwis, the time is set for them go toe to toe with their neighbours and how better can it get than winning a match in Australia’s backyard? The Live Streaming of the finals can be caught on the Starsports network Catch the Live Streaming of the match from Starsports.com here
Both teams stand on an even keel. New Zealand have an unblemished record coming into the final. Barring a couple of them, all the victories have been won with a huge margin. They will remember the time when Australia nearly and almost spectacularly defended 151. It was on the back of Mitchell Starc’s amazing display with the ball. Also Read: Australia vs New Zealand – Turning Points and Match Moments here. The middle order of the New Zealand looks shaky and have taken off in fits and starts. Ross Taylor’s scratchy form is a worry. Australia meanwhile, have all lose ends covered. Despite Michael Clarke (Playing his last ODI game) and Shane Watson looking unconvincing, the top order and Steve Smith have been in rollicking form. Also Catch: Australia vs New Zealand Free Live Streaming and Score Updates on Mobile here
Bowling is one area where both sides have a level footing. Trent Boult and Tim Southee, two bowlers who are sure to dominate the scene over the next decade can rattle through any opposition. A good left-arm pacer can rattle Australia and that is exactly what did Australia in the earlier encounter. Despite getting clobbered by Brendon McCullum, Mitchell Johnson roared back to form against India while Mitchell Starc pyrotechnics throughout the World Cup is already known. Also Read: Catch the Preview of the World Cup final here
Squads:
Australia
Michael Clarke (c), George Bailey, David Warner, Aaron Finch, Mitchell Johnson, Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood, Pat Cummins, Xavier Doherty, Shane Watson, Steven Smith, Brad Haddin (wk), Glenn Maxwell, Mitchell Marsh, James Faulkner.
New Zealand
Brendon McCullum (c), Trent Boult, Nathan McCullum, Kyle Mills, Matt Henry, Daniel Vettori, Kane Williamson, Corey Anderson, Tim Southee, Luke Ronchi (wk), Ross Taylor, Grant Elliott, Tom Latham, Martin Guptill, Mitchell McClenaghan.
