The Australian cricketing juggernaut once again rolled over the feeble West Indian batsmen. Lara’s brilliant 77 was undoubtedly a great captain’s knock. But, the McGrath and Brad Hogg combination demolished the entire batting order of the Caribbeans. The kangaroos seem to clinch a convincing step towards another World Cup glory, this time in the Calypso.
In this rain-interrupted and first to be held in the reserve day World Cup match, Australia put a formidable 323 victory target before Lara’s army. 
A resounding 158 by ever dependable Mathew Hayden was well supported by Clarke and Watson. This first Super Eight match for Australia was more of individual brilliance than team effort. The convincing victory came with 103 runs.
Lara’s genius half - century and Ramdin’s 52 run went in vain without able support from other Caribbean. These two innings of artful drives and neat cuts failed to stop the Australian bowling machine led by McGrath and Brad Hogg. The entire Australian team put up best fielding effort to scare the West Indian batsmen. And the result was a convincing win by rounding of Lara’s men at 219.
With this victory, Australia gained not only valuable points, but also established itself as a tough contender for world cup. It became the team to cross the 300 mark the highest number of times consecutively. With India and Pakistan out of the world cup, Australia has remained as the most charming team to watch. And, its magnificent display of aggression along with great cricketing spirit is bound to draw the attention of cricket fans world over.
Via: Scotsman
