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Smith, Burns carry Australia to No. 1

Brendon McCullum led his team out for one final day in international cricket, with a steep task ahead  Getty Images
Australia required 131 at the start of the final day. Joe Burns and Usman Khawaja took them closer with a solid stand  Getty Images
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Tim Southee removed Usman Khawaja for 45, caught by McCullum at first slip.  Marty Melville/AFP/Getty Images
Steven Smith, however, ensured that Australia coasted towards the target with a brisk fifty  Getty Images
Just before lunch, Smith asked for the extra 15 minutes to finish the match. In the search for quick runs, Burns lost his wicket after a patient 65  Getty Images
Australia cruised to a seven-wicket win, and in the process, became the No. 1 ranked Test side after winning the series 2-0  Getty Images
McCullum signed off his international career with his final presentation ceremony. "Thanks for buying in, and accepting we have to play the game differently."  Getty Images
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