The National’s sports photo editor, Jake Badger, selects the best images from the cricket World Cup final that saw Australia win their fifth title.
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Fireworks and confetti are let off inside the MCG to celebrate Australia’s victory. Robert Cianflone / Getty Image -
Steve Smith and Shane Watson celebrate after hitting the winning runs to secure the World Cup. Cameron Spencer / Getty Images -
Ross Taylor of New Zealand walks from the ground after being dismissed by James Faulkner. Darrian Traynor / Getty Images -
Mitchell Starc, centre, celebrates with captain Michael Clarke after they dismissed Luke Ronchi for a duck. Brandon Malone / Reuters -
Players form a guard of honour for Michael Clarke as he leaves the field after Australia’s bowling innings. Ryan Pierse / Getty Images -
Australia wicketkeeper Brad Haddin dives for a ball. Darrian Traynor / Getty Images -
Clarke gestures to the crowd as he celebrates the seven wicket victory over New Zealand. Rob Griffith / AP Photo -
Brad Haddin and David Warner celebrate with the World Cup trophy. Ryan Pierse / Getty Images -
Australia players charge onto the pitch after winning the 2015 cricket World Cup. Mark Kolbe / Getty Images -
Warner bats during the 2015 ICC Cricket World Cup final match between Australia and New Zealand. Ryan Pierse / Getty Images
Rampant Australia crush New Zealand to win 2015 cricket World Cup — in pictures
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