August 15, 2026 09:54 pm (IST)
Australia 69/2 after 15 overs
Melbourne, Mar 29 (IBNS): Losing two wickets, four-time champions Australia have posted 69 runs for the loss two wickets in the final of the World Cup here on Sunday.
Steve Smith (17*) and Michael Clarke (3*) are currently at the crease.
Clarke is playing the last innings of his ODI career as he has announced his retirement from the 50-over format after this match.
Australia have lost he wickets of Aaron Finch and David Warner so far.
After bowling out New Zealand for 183 runs, Australia are chasing 184 runs to win the World Cup for the fifth time,
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