Australia demolish New Zealand

Australia beat New Zealand by 86 runs in the Cricket World Cup at Lord’s on Saturday to stretch their lead at the top of the table.

Aaron Finch’s side, who have now won seven out of their eight matches and have already qualified for the semifinals, scored 243-9 in their 50 overs and New Zealand were bowled out for 157 in reply.

New Zealand, third in the 10-team table with one match to go, have still not secured their place in the knockout phase.

SCORES IN BRIEF

Australia: 243 for 9 in 50 overs (Khawaja 88, Carey 71; Boult 4-51)

New Zealand: 157 all out in 43.4 overs (Williamson 40, Taylor 30; Starc 5-26)

Result: Australia won by 86 runs.

Player-of-the-match: Carey.