David Warner hails contribution of Australian bowlers

Australia batsman David Warner has credited the side's bowlers for the team's triumph in the final of the World Cup earlier today.

Spearheaded by Mitchell Johnson and James Faulkner, who took three wickets apiece, the Aussies bowled out New Zealand for 183 runs in just 45 overs.

In reply, Australia reached their victory target for the loss of just three wickets and with 101 balls remaining.

Speaking during the celebrations, Warner said: "The bowlers did their job really well and gave us a good total to chase. You've got got be positive and every game we've been 100% and done all the right things."

Australia have now won the competition on five occasions - three more times than any other nation.