Australia 20-34 New Zealand: The Kiwis start the final aggressively as Australia's Johnathan Thurston finds himself wrapped up in the tackle But Billy Slater's pace proves crucial for Australia as he and captain Darren Lockyer link up for the opening try Australia's inspirational skipper Lockyer takes advantage of Slater's hard work to get onto the scoreboard Winger David Williams, back in the team for the injured Brent Tate, crashes over for another try as Australia race into a 10-0 lead New Zealand force several repeat sets and Jeremy Smith rides numerous tackles to barge over the line under the sticks Australia lead 16-12 at the break but Lance Hohaia gives New Zealand the perfect start after the break, weaving over for a try Greg Inglis scores his 13th international try for Australia to keep the holders in with a chance of retaining their World Cup trophy But the Kiwis are awarded a penalty try and Adam Blair then touches down as New Zealand take a decisive lead late in the match The Australians are left stunned by the Kiwis second-half performance as they see the World Cup trophy slip away from them The Kangaroos had been incredibly heavy favourites and appear to be visibly stunned by their defeat But the Kiwis are ecstatic after their 34-20 victory and celebrate pulling off a famous and historic upset in Brisbane
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