Australia XI vs New Zealand XI; firm analysis for the World Cup 2015 final: The two best teams in the world Australia and New Zealand, having made into the finals of ICC World Cup 2015, are set to lock horns tomorrow. Both after having played a fantastic tournament have secured a berth in the finals. While New Zealand remains unbeaten in the whole tournament, Australia has only lost once to New Zealand. Though the scars of the recent loss to New Zealand are still ripe, Australia will try to give New Zealand a taste of their own medicine.
With the arch rivals set to take each other tomorrow in the ICC World Cup Semi-Final lets looks at the player facts of each team and who they compete with:
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Brendon McCullum:The aggressive captain as he is rightfully known has led the team successfully from the front. Along with his excellent captaincy techniques, he is an outstanding batsman.Trust McCullum to come-up with a blasting knock, as he has the big match temperament and will be eager to win the cup for his country.
He is also sharp in nicking off bails behind the stumps but currently opt’s to field instead of wicket-keeping.| INN | RUNS | AVG | SR | 4s | 6s |
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| 8 | 328 | 41.00 | 191.81 | 44 | 17 |
| 1 | Michael Clarke:The shrewd skipper has led his Aussie line-up cunningly. They have lost only once to New Zealand, that too in an exciting thriller.
Along with being a clever captain, Michael Clark is a terrific batsman with the ability to play the fast bowlers and spinners effortlessly.
Though he has a difficulty in nicking.| INN | RUNS | AVG | SR | 4s | 6s |
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| 5 | 145 | 29.00 | 92.95 | 15 | 2 |
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Martin Guptill:The 5th double centurion in the world and the first in New Zealand team plays as good as he looks. He is the most important wicket in the Black Caps line up with the ability of turn the match in any situation. Australia must be wary of him if they want prevent New Zealand from winning or must be ready for another big score from the opener.| INN | RUNS | AVG | SR | 4s | 6s |
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| 8 | 532 | 76.00 | 108.79 | 58 | 15 |
| 2 | Steven Smith:A confident player who shoulders the responsibility of the Australian middle-order. He can be an utmost explosive batsman as well as play the anchor depending upon the situation. His impact on the game can be seen in Australia’s recent clash with India during the semi-final and also during previous test and tri-series.| INN | RUNS | AVG | SR | 4s | 6s |
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| 6 | 346 | 57.67 | 94.02 | 34 | 4 |
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Kane Williamson:A useful all-rounder. Is recently not at his best, but can regain his touch anytime. Wiliamson is the main reason for Australia’s first defeat. If he stands tall at his position then it is sure that New Zealand would pile up a total nothing less than 300.| INN | RUNS | AVG | SR | 4s | 6s |
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| 8 | 222 | 37.00 | 83.15 | 27 | 2 |
| 3 | David Warner:He has been out of form lately but he remains a big threat and can explode anytime. His 178 against Afghanistan can be an example of his explosive batting. A player like Warner can never be counted off from the match.| INN | RUNS | AVG | SR | 4s | 6s |
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| 7 | 300 | 50.00 | 124.48 | 31 | 9 |
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Ross Taylor:An excellent batsman who is unstoppable when he gets into his rhythm. Ross Taylor has a good record against Australia and has even scored a hundred against them previously. He has not struck till now in this World Cup. If Taylor get going tomorrow then it is difficult for Australia to stop him.| INN | RUNS | AVG | SR | 4s | 6s |
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| 8 | 181 | 30.17 | 63.07 | 15 | – |
| 4 | Aaron finch:Finch too has been out of form lately barring his 135 against England and the match grabbing 81 he scored against India in the semi finals. If he starts to strike, he can take the game away in no time. The first target for New Zealand in tomorrow’s match will be to get his wicket early or he will become very expansive.| INN | RUNS | AVG | SR | 4s | 6s |
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| 7 | 280 | 40.00 | 93.65 | 26 | 6 |
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Luke Ronchi:The best wicket keeper available in New Zealand team. He is also an outstanding batsman, and does justice to his job. Luke Ronchi has the ability to keep one end occupied if New Zealand lose wickets early. Has not impressed much with the bat recently but has the ability to strike a big knock anytime.| INN | RUNS | AVG | SR | 4s | 6s |
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| 6 | 73 | 14.60 | 125.86 | 11 | 1 |
| 5 | Brad Haddin:A brilliant keeper and an extra brilliant batsman. Brad Haddin has the ability to pile up runs pretty fast, especially in the death overs. Can also win the game with tail-enders. Comes very deep down the order to produce fireworks.| INN | RUNS | AVG | SR | 4s | 6s |
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| 5 | 126 | 42.00 | 157.50 | 16 | 4 |
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Corey Anderson:One of the best finisher in ODI and T20 format. Once Corey Anderson starts his show, it is difficult to stop him. Most useful in the death when he starts slamming boundaries every third ball. Apart from batting, Anderson is an excellent bowler. Has even smashed a century in 36 balls.| INN | RUNS | AVG | SR | 4s | 6s |
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| 7 | 231 | 38.50 | 109.48 | 22 | 9 |
| 6 | Glenn Maxwell:Glenn Maxwell is surely the biggest game changer in tomorrow’s world cup final. It is impossible to lose a match with Maxwell on strike. Has the ability to hit boundaries all around the ground and sixes right out of the park. Apart from being an outstanding batsman, Maxwell is an excellent spinner and a brilliant fielder.| INN | RUNS | AVG | SR | 4s | 6s |
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| 6 | 324 | 64.80 | 182.02 | 35 | 14 |
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Grant Elliott:Blessed with a calm mind, Elliott bats coolly and adapts his game depending on the situation. Can produce fireworks if required. Elliott has the ability to play pace and spin with ease and saves wicket if New Zealand get into trouble. He was the main reason for New Zealand’s epic win the semi-final against South Africa.| INN | RUNS | AVG | SR | 4s | 6s |
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| 7 | 227 | 37.83 | 107.08 | 22 | 6 |
| 7 | Shane Watson:Also known as the “White Shark”. Watson is the best all-rounder in the Australian line-up with the ability to bowl at a decent pace of 130 kmph and a classy batsman. Watson can also bat depending upon the situation. Can be explosive as well as cool. The recent match against Pakistan he showed sensible batting to take the team home.| INN | RUNS | AVG | SR | 4s | 6s |
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| 6 | 206 | 41.20 | 107.85 | 22 | 4 |
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Daniel Vettori:Vettori is the greatest edge for New Zealand over Australia. He can bowl with tight length and carry out a few maidens. Dan has stopped the opponents from piling up runs in the middle overs. Sometimes also comes handy with the bat and can strike a few blows in death overs.| M | BALLS | RUNS | WKTS | 4-FERS |
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| 8 | 425 | 282 | 15 | 1 |
| 8 | James Faulkner:An excellent all rounder who knows his purpose in the death overs, with the bat as well as ball. Faulkner has the capability to keep the batsmen confused. Can also be explosive in the death with the bat.| M | BALLS | RUNS | WKTS | 4-FERS |
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| 5 | 197 | 161 | 7 | 1 |
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Tim Southee:The spearhead of New Zealand’s pace attack and McCullum’s first option if he wants a wicket or break a partnership. Clocking high on the speedo Southee swings the ball big time, to keep the batsmen guessing. Played a main role in New Zealand’s 8 successful winning streak in WC2015. He has the best bowling record in the WC2015: 7/33.| M | BALLS | RUNS | WKTS | 4-FERS | 5-FERS |
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| 8 | 438 | 407 | 15 | – | 1 |
| 9 | Mitchell Starc:He is the highest wicket taker in the tournament and the second in ICC World Cup ranking with 18 wickets. Bowls at a speed of 150 kmph along with lethal Yorkers, perfect bouncer’s are his attacking alternatives. Starc troubled the batsmen a lot with his pace and swing. Also holds the best economy rate in this tournament.| M | BALLS | RUNS | WKTS | 4-FERS | 5-FERS |
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| 7 | 335 | 204 | 20 | 1 | 1 |
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Trent Boult:Has supported Southee well. Can bowl with raw pace of more than 140 kmph and has taken 21 wickets in this tournament, most by any bowler. Along with pace and swing, he bowls with tight length and doesn’t gives much room to the batsmen.| M | BALLS | RUNS | WKTS | 4-FERS | 5-FERS |
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| 8 | 450 | 331 | 21 | 1 | 1 |
| 10 | Mitchell Johnson:One of the best bowler in the world and can clock 150 kmph at a constant basis. Has a good record. Presently he has not made his presence felt in this tournament but he can strike anytime now.| M | BALLS | RUNS | WKTS | 4-FERS |
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| 7 | 327 | 296 | 12 | 1 |
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Matt Henry:An excellent bowler in New Zealand’s line-up; joined the team in the Semi finals as replacement for Adam Milne. Can bowl constantly at brisk pace that too in the high side of 140 kmph. Henry complemented Southee and Bolt really well. Bowls with a proper line and length and doesn’t leak too many runs. Sometimes comes handy with the bat as well.| M | BALLS | RUNS | WKTS | 4-FERS |
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| 1 | 40 | 40 | – | – |
| 11 | Josh Hazelwood:An exceptional asset to the Australian team. Josh Hazlewood bowls with an excellent line and length to keep the batsmen helpless. His superb bowling (4-35) against Pakistan in quarter final helped Australia big time in securing a berth in the semi-final. Another test for New Zealand batsmen will be, the manner in which they face Hazelwood.| M | BALLS | RUNS | WKTS | 4-FERS |
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| 4 | 209 | 146 | 7 | 1 |
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So basically tomorrows match is of the best team in the world against the best team of this tournament. Let’s see who takes the trophy at the end of this epic clash.
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