The Australian cricket team pose with the trophy at Federation Square in Melbourne on Monday. Photograph: Quinn Rooney/Getty Images
Thousands of cricket fans have flocked to Federation Square in Melbourne to celebrate Australia's cricket World Cup victory on Monday.
Having top-scored for Australia with a 74 to push his team to victory over New Zealand, the 33-year-old Michael Clarke bowed out with guns blazing in a fairytale farewell at a packed Melbourne Cricket Ground on Sunday.
Mitchell Starc of Australia poses with the trophy. Photograph: Quinn Rooney/Getty Images
Clarke admitted he and his team mates were feeling a little hung over after a night of partying.
David Warner of Australia signs autographs for fans. Photograph: Quinn Rooney/Getty Images
The biggest applause was reserved for the last man called, Clarke, who assured the fans the team had enjoyed its victory.
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