His opening partner Virender Sehwag, though, played a rousing hand, making 82 off 81 balls. But once he was dismissed and once the threat of rain affecting the match receded, the outcome was sealed. With Australia sticking to their frontline bowlers, the loose deliveries were few and far between. This left the Indian batsmen with no option but to try and make something out of nothing. As wickets fell India slipped deeper into the mire. The match was finally decided in Australia's favour when Zaheer Khan was dismissed caught Darren Lehmann bowled Lee. India, who were dismissed for 234, had slumped to a 125-run loss that Australia the first side to claim the World Cup for a third time. It had been an awesome performance from an awe-inspiring side.