Australian bowlers finish off NZ for 183
Apart from Grant Elliott's gutsy 83 runs, the rest of the batsmen together posted 100 runs with only Ross Taylor scoring 40 runs with his willow.
New Zealand were bowled out for 183 runs in 45 overs
Giving a strong fight to the Australians, Elliott hit seven boundaries and a six in his innings which was crucial as New Zealand kept losing wickets at regular intervals.
Martin Guptill (15), Brendon McCullum (0) Kane Williamson (12), Corey Anderson (0) and Luke Ronchi (0) failed miserably in this final clash of the 50-over mega cricket tournament.
Taylor and Elliott added crucial 111 runs in the fourth wicket partnership which eventually helped the side post more than 150 runs on the scorecard.
Australians, who are aiming to win their fifth World Cup, dominated the game with Mitchell Johnson and James Faulkner taking three wickets each.
Australian skipper Michael Clarke is playing his last ODI match on Sunday.
Earlier, New Zealand won the toss and opted to bat first.
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