All Black 'zombies' party after big win

Wellington

WELLINGTON went into party mode on Sunday as jubilant All Black fans celebrated New Zealand's historic World Cup final win over arch-rivals Australia.

Energetic despite a 5am kick-off, thousands of supporters poured out of pubs in the capital's Courtenay Place entertainment strip after the 34-17 victory. Cars flying All Black flags tooted their horns as the good-natured crowd cheered, while strangers in All Black jerseys and scarves hugged on the sidewalk.