The world cup final at a glance

The World Cup started in breathtaking fashion as members of the British Army’s Parachute Regiment display team delivered the match ball. PHOTO: AFP

In attendance were many famous names. Pictured here are Carribean legends Brian Lara and Clive Lloyd alongside Australia legend Steve Waugh. PHOTO: REUTERS

There were crowds elsewhere too, with Trafalgar Square in central London filled to the brim. PHOTO: REUTERS

Martin Guptill started the final in destructive fashion, hitting Jofra Archer out of the park for a huge six in the fourth over. However, he would depart three overs later for 19 -- one of Chris Woakes’ three victims on the day -- to compound his batting woes. PHOTO: REUTERS

In the 23rd over, the hosts broke New Zealand’s resistance by getting rid of their most crucial cog. England captain Eoin Morgan (bellow) signalled for a review after the umpire was unmoved following the slightest of edges and the decision was overturned, sending Kiwi captain Kane Williamson back to look on from the Lord’s stands. PHOTO: REUTERS

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New Zealand batsman Tom Latham (L) provided his side with a welcome late boost, scoring 47 off 56. PHOTO: REUTERS

But England found wickets at regular intervals as Liam Plunkett scalped three. PHOTO: AFP

While Wood sent back the dangerous Ross Taylor. PHOTO: AFP