Cricket World Cup 2015 has reached its final stage and it promises to be the biggest day in the history of Trans-Tasman cricketing rivalry between Australia and New Zealand. And search engine giants, Google have come with the last doodle of the tournament highlighting the thrilling contest between the four-time champions Australia led by Michael Clarke will face a stiff challenge from the highly committed neighbours New Zealand under the fine leadership of Brendon McCullum in the final of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2015 at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground.
The doodle dominated by the colour blue, with both Australia and New Zealand’s flag features the players in action. New Zealand, who have qualified for the summit clash for the first time in 11 editions, will take on Australia who not only have the highest number of world titles but also would be competing in the final for the seventh time starting from their first in 1975.
Home side captain Michael Clarke’s retirement from the ODIs after tomorrow’s grand finale will provide a touch of emotion to the Australians who will want to present a ‘farewell’ gift to their inspirational skipper by lifting the trophy. For Australia, it is a case of “been-there-and-done-that” before while for their ‘Little Brothers’, it will be an endeavour to rewrite the pages of history with one memorable performance that would leave an indelible mark.
The Black Caps had faltered in the semifinals six times previously but overcame South Africa to enter their first summit clash. If familiarity between the two sides has not quite bred contempt, several highly competitive clashes in the past, including the underarm-marred match in the 1980s, will make Sunday’s game a fierce contest. Inputs from Agencies.
