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Australia's stars and WAGS celebrate Ashes triumph in style!

Last updated on: January 06, 2014 13:27 IST
David Warner of Australia and his partner Candice Falzon pose with the urn

Australia’s coach Darren Lehmann believes that a happy high-heeled WAG (wife and girlfriend) makes a happy cricketer.

They did not just act as ornamental decorative pieces during the just-concluded Ashes series but were encouraged to ease the on-field pressures of their men.

Lehmann, in turn, credited the WAGS for their contribution. It is revealed that these women were Australia’s secret weapon in the 5-0 demolition of England.

A look at the Australian cricket team’s WAGS

Australia's explosive batsman David Warner was the fastest-scoring batsman in the series with a strike-rate of 74 per 100 balls.

With iron woman Candice Falzon by his side, the dashing opener set the tone by attacking the England bowlers, not to mention sledging!

Australia's stars and WAGS celebrate Ashes triumph in style!

Last updated on: January 06, 2014 13:27 IST
Shane Watson of Australia, his son and wife pose with the urn

Valuable all-rounder Shane Watson may have not been among the wickets but he batted well in crunch situations.

Watson poses with his son Will, and wife Lee.

Australia's stars and WAGS celebrate Ashes triumph in style!

Last updated on: January 06, 2014 13:27 IST

Harper Lyon, daughter of Nathan Lyon, poses with the Urn.

Lyon bagged his 100th Test scalp at the Melbourne Cricket Ground during the Boxing Day win over England. He took his first five-wicket haul on home soil.

Australia's stars and WAGS celebrate Ashes triumph in style!

Last updated on: January 06, 2014 13:27 IST

Australia's players’ wives, partners and families pose with the Urn.

Australia's stars and WAGS celebrate Ashes triumph in style!

Last updated on: January 06, 2014 13:27 IST

Candice Falzon (right), partner of David Warner, cheers on during Day 3 of the fifth Ashes Test.

Australian stars and the WAGS celebrate Ashes triumph in style!

Last updated on: January 06, 2014 13:27 IST
Kyly Clarke celebrates as Michael Clarke of Australia reaches his century

Michael Clarke scored two centuries at a formative stage in the first two Tests. His performance was superlative with his glamorous wife Kyly cheering in the background.

Australia's stars and WAGS celebrate Ashes triumph in style!

Last updated on: January 06, 2014 13:27 IST
Brad Haddin of Australia poses with his wife Karina Haddin and children Mia, Hugo and Zac

Brad Haddin rescued Australia almost every time during the series when the chips were down. He was batsman, wicketkeeper and vice-captain extraordinaire.

Australia's stars and WAGS celebrate Ashes triumph in style!

Last updated on: January 06, 2014 13:27 IST
Mitchell Johnson of Australia poses with his wife Jessica Bratich-Johnson and daughter Rubika

Mitchell Johnson, the left-armer who terrorised England's batsmen, ended up with 34 wickets.