Dhoni hails his bowlers

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Having only played one match in this format prior to this event, India were not expected to challenge - but they confounded expectations by sealing a five-run triumph over arch-rivals Pakistan at the Wanderers.

"On paper our batting line-up was stronger, but the way the bowlers bowled was really good," said Dhoni. "Our bowling was more consistent throughout the tournament and one of the main reasons for us winning it."

He added: "We batted first because we wanted to take pressure off the batsmen. It's always better to get a decent score and then defend it, and when the bowlers are bowling well, it's quite easy to do it."

Having set a competitive total of 157 for five, with opener Gautam Gambhir hitting a superb 75 off 54 balls, India's attack dismissed Pakistan for 152.

Man-of-the-match Irfan Pathan claimed three for 16, while RP Singh grabbed three for 26, including two wickets in his first two overs.