New Zealand vs Australia

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New Zealand started their campaign with a win over Australia in the first match of Super 12.

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New Zealand beat Australia by 89 runs in Super 12 opening match of ICC Men's T20 World Cup

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New Zealand beat Australia early with three inside the powerplaywickets

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New Zealand player Tim Southee took 3/6 wickets in just 2.1 overs

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New Zealand's left-arm spinner Michelle Santner also took three wickets.

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Australia lost 6 wickets and required run rate made things difficult for them

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Australia's next match will be against Sri Lanka on Tuesday

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while New Zealand will face Afghanistan.

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