Australia wins Men’s T20 World Cup Final

November 15, RSS: Australia powered to an eight-wicket victory over New Zealand to win the Men’s T20 World Cup for the first time.

Mitchell Marsh plundered a ferocious 77 not out from 50 balls as Australia overhauled what appeared to be a challenging 173 with seven deliveries to spare in Dubai.

The all-rounder shared a dominant stand of 92 with opener David Warner continued to attack after the opener was bowled for 53 from 38 balls.

Marsh was dropped on 68 but at that stage, only 15 runs were needed from 19 balls, the highest chase in a Men’s T20 World Cup final a near certainty.

The Australia celebrations began even before the ball had reached the boundary for the final time, the players rushing on to the field to celebrate with Marsh.

Having won five 50-over World cups, Australia have now completed the white-ball set and will have home advantage when they defend the title next year.