In the ICC Cricket World Cup, New Zealand edged past co-hosts Australia by 1 wicket in a nerve-wrecking Pool-A game at Auckland today. AIR correspondent reports after a sensational performance with the ball, the Kiwis struggled with the bat, but eventually reached the target with 1 wicket in hand.Trent Boult, or shall we say a 'thunderbolt' struck the Aussies at the Eden Park today, only before Mitchell Starc wreaked havoc sending shivers down to the spine of the Kiwis at the end. After returning Skipper Michael Clarke opted to bat first, Australia got off to a ballistic start. But, their world suddenly came falling down as they lost 8 wickets for just 26 runs, sliding down to 106 for 9.Man of the match, Boult bagged his maiden 5-wicket haul as Australia were skittled out for a meagre 151. But, the Kangaroos did exceptionally well with the ball, taking 9 wickets and giving the match a dramatic turn-around. Starc claimed 6 wickets in the thrilling Aussie comeback.However, needing six runs with just 1 wicket left, Kane Williamson broke the Aussie hearts as he hit a full-blooded maximum to take his team home, and record its fourth consecutive victory in this World Cup.In the other game of the day, UAE were 41 for 4 in 15 overs against defending champions India in Pool-B at Perth, when reports last came in. UAE had won the toss and opted to bat first.
News On AIR | February 28, 2015 1:12 PM
ICC Cricket World Cup: New Zealand defeat Australia by 1 wicket