Ross Taylor dismissed for 40 by James Faulkner against Australia in ICC Cricket World Cup 2015 final

New Zealand batsman, Ross Taylor was dismissed for a healthy 40 by fast bowler and all-rounder, James Faulkner after being caught behind by Brad Haddin, against fellow co-hosts and record former world champions, Australia, in the trans-Tasmanian final of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2015 at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) in Melbourne on Sunday. Currently, New Zealand are 150 for the loss of three wickets in 35.1 overs with Grant Elliott on 72 and Corey Anderson coming in. Live Updates: Australia vs New Zealand, ICC Cricket World Cup 2015 final

Eariler, New Zealand skipper, Brendon McCullum won the toss and elected to bat first. Both the teams are moving in with an unchanged squad from their respective semi finals win. A win here for Australia would be their record fifth title, while a win for New Zealand would see them lifting their maiden World Cup trophy. Live Scorecard: Australia vs New Zealand, ICC Cricket World Cup 2015 final

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The Trans-Tasman rivalry will chart new territory as Australia (AUS) take on New Zealand (NZ) in ICC Cricket World Cup 2015 final at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) on Sunday. It is fair to say that the co-hosts have been the best teams of the tournament and that it is fitting that they will battle it out for the crown. ICC Cricket World Cup 2015: Complete Coverage