THE GREATEST HAKA OF ALL TIME! Men’s & Women’s Haka Reactions

[@chrisparti]

The most powerful hakas I have ever seen were at Jonah Lomu's funeral

[@PjRjHj]

Not a dry eye across the ditch, watching the footage

[@sheilaheald2509]

I was going to say the same thing. I bawled my eyes out at that ceremony.

[@rhonafenwick5643]

This is gonna sound way less impressive, but the most powerful for me was at my aunt's funeral. She wasn't even Māori by heritage, but she married a Kiwi and his whanau embraced her completely as one of their own. As the pallbearers were carrying her casket to the hearse, several men broke into a spontaneous rendition of Ka Mate behind them. The ihi was simply explosive. We all bawled, but at the same time it was so ferociously cathartic at a time we were all in such deep grief

[@chrisparti]

@@rhonafenwick5643 A personal story like that is far more moving than my watching Jonah's funeral on TV. Thank you for sharing ❤

[@johnfarmer1214]

2ND - ~NUMBER ONE IS 2nd 1st Farewell Their Fallen Comrades With A Huge Haka - kzbin.info/www/bejne/rnqZhYWKd7-Ig68

[@nathanielrose30]

In 1905 New Zealand played Wales and performed the Haka, the welsh team responded by singing an old welsh song “Hen Wlad Fy Nhadau” which went on to be our national anthem and in doing so gave birth to the singing of anthems before a sporting event.

[@soundsean]

This is a true and cool fact that I only recently learned.

[@iallso1]

As an English man I think the Welsh anthem is the best in the world, and I can't sing God Save Big Ears even if someone was hold a gun to my head.

[@robynandrews4384]

​@@iallso1😂😂😂

[@hellofromhoney]

I remember the Welsh singing during All Black games as a child in NZ 😂 70s-1980s ❤❤❤

[@leewildsmith]

My Cousin Charles Edward "Bronco" Seeling was part of that 1905 NZ side... they are known as the "Originals" and were the first to be dubbed the All Blacks.

[@jamesdignanmusic2765]

That women's one was intense. A haka was performed in New Zealand parliament yesterday as a protest by Māori MPs against a bill before the house. It's not just a challenge before rugby matches, it still has its original value as a challenge or as a sign of respect. Other Pacific nations have similar challenges - the Sivatau, the Sipitau, the Cibi. When two of them play rugby against each other, they're often performed simultaneously, which is amazing.

[@stephaniebell4272]

That was great!

[@andrewbickerdike823]

@@stephaniebell4272 that was a cringe fest , victimhood at its best

[@bumble-g2j]

The haka resonates to all who value justice.

[@Piriguin_aweoneke]

​@@andrewbickerdike823 calling culture cringe is very cringe my guy

[@andrewbickerdike823]

@ sorry but the Haka is just tedious nowadays

[@rikmoran3963]

I'm from the UK, and have watched many hakas over the years. They are a fantastic part of sport. Additionally there are some truly beautiful and emotional hakas that you can find on KZbin. There is a wedding haka in which the emotion always makes tears well up in my eyes, and there is a haka by school children honouring a teacher who was retiring. They might be somewhat alien to our cultures, but the emotions are very clear.

[@ladykaycey]

I was touched by those too. Well worth watching.

[@rollyrolly7729]

Check out the one at the nz parliament yesterday. Now that was pure emotion

[@Bruce-nw2hm]

Im a kiwi and these haka bring a tear to my eye everytime. Proud to be a NZer

[@revenant_scot]

Do you mean this one? kzbin.info/www/bejne/d2bCeaCiiN-jhtEsi=AB6hh5tD2p82zXWM It’s so powerful?

[@Bruce-nw2hm]

@@revenant_scot yp thats the one. Goosebumps

[@logantawhiti55]

The HaKa is a part of New Zealand's culture which is a part of our Identity as a country and people. Like the National anthems the HaKa is a challenge of pride and respect and a honour to be met with.

[@philross2007]

Retiring schoolteacher receives haka from school kids is immense. Also funeral haka from school friends. 😢 awe inspiring

[@alexandrorocca7142]

What's remarkable is that the players who are obviously of European descent are fully committed to this tradition.

[@stuartcollins82]

The "Ka Mate" Haka was performed by the NZ football team in the late 19th century before a game. The NZ Rugby team decided to do it before their games too. In fact, this predates the singing of a national anthem. NZ played Wales in 1905, and performed the Haka. The welsh team decided to respond, and sung the (I think unofficial at the time) national anthem of hen wlad fy nhadau. Since then, it's been tradition to sing national anthems before sporting events. So you can thank the Haka for inspiring that.

[@newremote]

It was the NZ national rugby team that first performed the haka. There are reports of a haka by the NZ rugby side touring New South Wales in 1884, and the NZ Natives team which toured the UK in 1888/89 performed it regularly. There was no national NZ football (soccer) team until 1904, and no regular national side until the 1920s.

[@Tonzeff]

Hi Jess and Mike, thanks for reacting to the Haka, here is a little info off the top of my head regarding the Haka and I hope it helps you understand a little more what the Haka is. Haka is a multifaceted form of communication traditionally used by the Maori people of New Zealand. In history Haka was used prior to battle to challenge the enemy to show strength, ferocity and fearlessness and to mentally and spiritually fortify the warriors before the ensuing war. In recent times the Maori Battalion used it before battle in World War I & II and as a result, the soldiers of the Maori Battalion were regarded as fearless and uncompromising by allied forces as well as the enemy. Haka is also used as a welcome to visitors, and despite it's fearsome outward appearance, if the challenge of the welcome is accepted by the visitors then they are brought into the fold (as it were) and count as one of the family, If not accepted, "better run.. real fast." Haka is also used to celebrate the successes of teams or individuals to show pride and respect towards those who have succeeded in their particular endeavours. Haka also is used in Funerals as a very high mark of respect to farewell and send the Love and thoughts of those left behind with the deceased as they journey to the spirit realm (Hawaiki Nui). In modern times Haka retains all the properties as it did in the ancient times and although the battles have changed to sports events, It has always been a highly regarded treasure (Taonga) and treated with reverence by the Maori people adopted by the New Zealanders (Kiwis) and fiercely guarded as such. Keep up the great work, love your reactions, Kia Ora (Greetings) from New Zealand.

[@proffzzix9139]

The Haka is a NZ tradition but other Pacific nations (Fiji, Tonga, Samoa etc) have similar challenges they issue at the start of International games. Your comment on sportsmanship is so apt for the game of Rugby. You have seen how hard and physical the game is and tempers can flare but at the end of the game at EVERY level each team forms a channel to clap their opponents and the officials from the field.

[@mej6519]

the old man took me and my brother to see the all england vs the all blacks at twickenham 1983, to hear the haka live in person raises the hairs on your arms and sends chills down the spine.

[@MamaSlinx]

I agree it always gives me the same feeling. Proud of our people!❤

[@MichaelSavage-n3n]

The women have it for me sent shivers through me proud and emotional

[@martinconnors5195]

I was terrified

[@titchm131]

I remember hearing high school kids practising haka in their gym hall when I lived in NZ, it’s deep in their psyche and culture. It’s something else to hear in person.

[@iallso1]

Kids in primary schools learn kapa haka and are encouraged to think what it means to them on a personal level, not just as a group or a cultural perspective.

[@stevedimakis7403]

Kia ora whanau! Loved seeing your reactions to our culture down here in Aotearoa New Zealand. ❤

[@davidfradgley751]

You should check out the munster haka. That was an amazing event. 4 New Zealand players played for Munster (an Irish "club" team) against New Zealand in a "Friendly" match. And the 4 Munster players did haka first and then the New Zealand team did the haka. It was brilliant.

[@nubbypk]

When Ma'a Nonu (centre with red boots) runs his fingers across his throat at the end and points to his opposite number, it still gives me chills. He really was a warrior on the field of play.

[@deano22-c7i]

There is a wedding haka on KZbin that is absolutely stunning ❤️🇬🇧

[@FuriousGinger76]

Agree with that!T hat one and Jonah Lomu's funeral are 2 must watch Haka!

[@wiking08]

Before the Bledisloe cup, the indigenous war dance n the Maori haka r something to wonder at, beautiful!

[@andrewgoodenough1809]

After a match the two teams and coaching staff all go for dinner ,that's sportsmanship

[@christinebakewell3475]

Jonah Lomu was respected with probably the most incredible performance of the haka I’ve ever witnessed worth checking out and also his best performances on the pitch awesome talent.

[@sibbo-v6n]

The whole school turned out and performed the HAKA for a much loved teacher when his coffin arrived at the church for his funeral, so much respect shown on that You Tube.

[@chrisgllovell13]

I coached an under 16s football (soccer team) and a New Zealand team was visiting Northern Ireland to take part in a tournament and played our club in a friendly before the tournament. They performed the Haka before the game, coaches and players stoof in a line linking arms and accepting their challenge. It is intomidating and gets your blood flowing before the game for sure.

[@auslaner50]

The NZ team have the best HAKA.. As an Aussie I believe the whole stadium regardless of which team you follow really get a double dose of the intense cultural energy and the WHOLE STADIUM JUST EXPLODES!

[@chris_montroy]

my favourite is the Haka performed at a NZ wedding. It's quite intense and emotional. Highly reccommended

[@ComaDave]

It was recently performed in NZ Parliament as a protest towards legislation aimed at altering the Treaty of Waitangi, signed with the British in 1840. ✊ Even as an Aussie, it is great to see such a proud cultural display with the added bonus of watching NZ playing Rugby. As others have posted - you must see the haka tributes to the great Jonah Lomu.

[@ddbats7032]

Papua New Guinea, Somoa, Fiji & Tonga also have pre match performances especially in Rugby league. Papua new guinea and Tonga crowds really get involved. It's a sight to see.

[@elijah682-e1m]

Man the kukis got forgotten again but I'm proud to be one

[@2ndTim3_1-6]

Theres one at a marriage ceremony that you would like , its very moving

[@knowledge-seeker-x7u]

It IS a war cry....it is a huge challenge, feels like all the ancestors are with that team. The English Team once formed a huge arrow moving up the pitch...wonderful. and Huge respect in every way to those teams and the haka of all those nations. Beautifully done - wonderful.

[@shadow-Sun]

I never get tired of seeing Kiwis perform the Haka , it is without doubt one of if not THE greatest rituals used pre Rugby match and I am England through and through but damn , the Haka ...is just so next level and steeped in history . Love your channel keep up the great work . and p.s respect to the great nation of New Zealand

[@speleokeir]

I still want England to respond with a Morris Dance - Seeing our boys dancing about in bells and waving a pigs bladder on a stick would put the fear of God into those Kiwis!😁

[@greenphoenix687]

Haha... I would love this. As a kiwi I reckon it would.

[@ChelseaPensioner-DJW]

There is an ancient pre battle tradition, and that was turning around and showing your bare arse, it was pre 'Braveheart', infact it was pre Roman Britain.

[@nigelturner3251]

I think they would cack themselves if we started with some cheese rolling.

[@michaelgoetze2103]

😂😂

[@candice3559]

😂😂😂

[@jkpole]

Great reaction from you both and thank God for Tradition that they still do this before a match

[@ianstopher9111]

I always liked Ali William's throwing out the challenge and giving his all with the facial expressions.

[@robynandrews4384]

Yessss. Same here.

[@BarryHockley-r9x]

You mentioned the woman with the red/pink streak in her hair Jess, her name is Ruby Tui pronounced 2-E . I actually stayed up for the women's world cup in New Zealand so around midnight UK time and loved it 👍

[@christinehoughton8591]

Brilliant I love watching the HaKa being performed

[@rodgerking1134]

With the women that was before a match against the Australians, the best of enemies.

[@PjRjHj]

Frenemies, or siblings fighting over a bunkbed or a carseat

[@philhartley678]

Back in 80's an Australian player started blowing kisses to the All Blacks during the haka and it was a huge incident between two countries. Tonga, Samoa and Fiji also perform a war dance before they play rugby. It occurs before every game. As a schoolboy rugby player we sometimes played Kiwi teams (New Zealand) and a lot of the did a form of haka.

[@chriswatts6894]

Please watch Jonah Lomu’s funeral Haka . Very moving.

[@slayerrocks2]

I started tearing up just thinking about that. 😢

[@BuntyMcB]

I remember and it was very moving.

[@Fn-xj8hl]

I may be biased, but to my mind the greatest haka video on the Internet is from the 2008 Munster v New Zealand game at the re-opening of Thomond Park. The crowd went crazy as the 4 kiwis in the Munster team stepped forward led by Doug Howlett to issue the challenge to their countrymen. Then the drop to sheer silence when the All Black haka was performed. That clip makes the hairs stand up every time I watch it, and the fact that we came so close to repeating the 1978 victory over the All Blacks makes it all the better. An incredible night of rugby.

[@iansmith1286]

There’s a video on KZbin of a whole school doing the Haka at a teachers funeral that is unbelievably moving.

[@grabtharshammer]

You must have heard of Jonah Lomu, a LEGEND of the All Blacks, respected around the World by ALL teams. You really should take a look at his Funeral and the Haka's that were performed there for him and in front of his wife and children, so much respect. Might bring you to tears, but it is so worth watching. Aah go on, go on, go on, go on. You know you want to.

[@grabtharshammer]

it is on YT by the way 😃

[@grabtharshammer]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/pafHZKlmeLWLgKM

[@beyond990]

I was at a corporate event at Twickenham the home of England Rugby and we had a tour of the dressing rooms etc, which as big Rubgy Union fan was amazing. We were then surprised by a few members of the All Blacks who were in town and they did the Haka for us and then talked us through the history and how to do it, it was so educational and fun, one hell of a team building session 😊

[@clive4949]

U20 NZ vs Tonga is an excellent example of the pre match challenges, seeing two Polynesian nations each issuing challenges. Remembering these challenges go back hundreds of years when Polynesians crossed vast tracks of the Pacific to raid one another. The various choreographed movements have been passed down through the generations.

[@Captally]

Funeral and dedication Hakas are very moving. I like the famous wedding one and the school farewell Haka to a retiring Headmaster is also moving.

[@craiggallier01]

France (in white) got fined for crossing the halfway line as it was deemed to have disrespected the Haka. Other teams have similar - Samoa, Fiji and Tonga.

[@no-oneinparticular7264]

That second one is me, at age 72yrs, when I find out the check out at the supermarket is automated 😂

[@daloki349]

Very recently, parliament in New Zealand had to be suspended when a woman member did the full Haka as a protest during a vote. It's up on KZbin and is well worth a look.

[@AlistairForsyth-y9o]

Great choice of video to react to. Would not have thought of watching it on my own. Well done, great review.

[@elrey8876]

*IF YOU WANT* to hear the best version of New Zealand's beautiful National Anthem in English and Maori, check out Hayley Westenra singing it at the 2011 Rugby World Cup Final. Chills

[@gillessotty8156]

Merci pour le partage je vous conseille de regarder le haka du du 16 novembre à Paris au stade Saint-Denis lors du match France Nouvelle-Zélande c'est un moment magique

[@cheryljones7345]

Still feel very proud that the history of singing national anthems before sporting events started with Wales singing a hymn in response to the Haka, great response guys

[@RodFry-i2z]

Welsh National Anthem Just Before Wales Beat England

[@Lemmys_Mole]

Beat me to it fella 😂

[@johnnyguitar6697]

I've been following rugby for 35 years, and have watched hundreds of Haka's. The one from those Kiwi girls must rank amongst the best. Their intensity was incredible. Well done girls.

[@MamaSlinx]

Agreed appreciate your opinion 😁

[@rhonafenwick5643]

While you're diving into this wonderful rabbit hole, you might like to check out a video of the Aquaman premiere, where the shared cultural heritage of the haka and parallel practices among the Polynesian nations was shown when Jason Momoa and Temuera Morrison led an impromptu haka with a number of other (mainly Māori) people involved with the film. It was a lot of fun to hear live commentators be befuddled at what was going on as Momoa began leading the cry, and then be stunned as they saw a moment of such ihi unfold in front of them!

[@paulbessell6154]

Should see the New Zealand Parliament today - 'that' was a Haka!

[@adamlupton5746]

In New Zealand, the haka is also carried out at funerals as a mark of honour and respect to the deceased. If you search for "funeral haka" there are a few that have been recorded.

[@alandoman-ig4oe]

As a totally different view the Māori people you should hear their love songs. So beautiful.

[@MamaSlinx]

Yes indeed we have some beautiful waiata ❤

[@michaelglover9354]

I was waiting for the French when they lined up to start doing the Can Can!

[@AttackTheGasStation1]

😄😄😄😄😄 It would have been hilarious !!!!

[@GroinStrain_]

You need to react to the Hakas at Jonah Lomu’s funeral. Brilliant hakas from everyone, and it shows you how loved he was and is and what the Haka from different generations looks like

[@adrianfairlie1584]

The ' Haka ' was performed by the very first All Blacks team when they toured Britain, France, and America in 1905 and has been our tradition ever since.. The All Blacks have also been one of the most successful rugby teams to play since 1905, with a win rate over 70% through to the modern-day era.

[@rescyn1190]

The wedding Haka is another great one

[@zo7034]

Its hard to imagine now, but you have to get into the mindset that you've just landed on an island where you've heard stories of warriors that will rip you to shreds, 'savages' that will not only beat you in war but mutilate you (this was in a time when being buried a whole person was the only way to make it to heaven). You turn up and you see these people who are ready to fight and seem to be so whipped up in a frenzy that you basically shit yourself and are too terrified to fight properly.

[@bradparker6156]

The Haka is just one of a range of ceremonial challenges performed by each of the Rugby Union playing Island nations - New Zealand, Tonga, Fiji, Samoa. No other national teams do it. Both of these preceded World Cup finals and having watched both these matches I witnessed them in real time. The Ladies rendition is certainly the most memorable. New Zealand ladies (The Black Ferns) are almost always favourites in these events and this occasion was no different. It was surprising then when Australia started like a house on fire, running up a big lead in the first 10-20 minutes. (maybe in order of 20 points, which is massive in rugby terms). But the Black Ferns gradually turned the tables and won comfortably. I was convinced that this intense Haka had left these ladies drained and vulnerable as I recall the relief on the face of the dark-haired lady (Stacey Waaka) when it ended. Almost like she had just finished an ultra-marathon..

[@zwieseler]

Well, the guys made the French team hold hands so.... good job!

[@robynandrews4384]

😂😂😂

[@debbiemorgan859]

I've actually never seen a women's Haka before and somehow it felt more primal and intense.

[@DeadDrunk1]

Jonah Lomu's funeral haka was tear jerking. Many wedding and funeral hakas show some true emotions

[@lesgrice4419]

Amazing spectacle, they do it every match, throwing down a challenge, they come from the islands where Maori tribes are and they are highly reosected for it and their rugby, possibly the greatest rugby playing Nation of the last 60 years (consistently)...I'm English and I get emotional!

[@Leslie-Risse]

The one with the red hair is Ruby Tui. She plays on the wing and she's my favorite female rugby player.

[@rogerb4436]

You should watch a women's rugby game and there's a funeral for a teacher that past away at a school and the whole school sent him off with a Haka. It was amazing. I've grown up with Maori culture and my heart bursts with pride with the haka.

[@AlienNationLiveEvents]

The women by far the scariest. Imagine coming home to one of them after a bad day at the office 😂

[@knowledge-seeker-x7u]

New Zealand, Fiji, New Zealand (All Blacks) - the nations from that area of the world , such a special part of their amazing cultures.

[@luisalves3723]

Traditionally, the Māori people of New Zealand performed haka to display a tribe's pride, strength and unity. The haka is commonly known as a war dance used to fire up warriors on the battlefield, but it's also a customary way to celebrate, entertain, welcome, and challenge visiting tribes.

[@robynandrews4384]

The Haka and War Cry at the Indigenous vs Maori NRL games are awesome ❤

[@christopheb.6121]

Watch the last France vs All Black (played last Saturday), both French national anthem and AB haka were awesome.

[@PUNKinDRUBLIC72]

The Haka used to be a challenge beffore a battle in that part of the world. (N.Z. Samoa,Fiji etc.)

[@Carol-hj4km]

The Haka is a Māori war chant. The NZ All Blacks rugby team is the one to perform it, to my knowledge. You need to see a close-up of the end - the men’s facial expressions are amazing.

[@Downbull]

I like the video ‘The Haka -New Zealand Vs Tonga.’ It shows both New Zealand and Tonga doing their rituals at the same time.

[@scrivener68]

One thing people often miss out on is that there are many different hakas, because it's always referred as "the haka," when really it's "a haka." The women have an authority that's different from but every bit as powerful as the men; for me it's because there's something about the Maori language and a loud woman's voice that just pierces me to my soul. I could imagine hearing that across a battlefield and expecting valkyries to ride in and destroy me and everything I love.

[@wingedwraith]

Somewhere on here is a Haka completed by the Kiwi Army for a fallen comrade. It's heart rending.

[@steviesellers]

The best one was against Wales when the referee had to tell wales to go back and they refused, as the opponants of the haka are supposed to retreat first , Wales refused and then the crowd were behind Wales being at home , and cheer when New Zealand retreated first was amazing

[@anon17472]

I'm a Kiwi and I always find the wahine haka more emotional than the men - I think it's the high pitched chant and the way it drops down a half step at the end. Reminds me of home somehow - if I had to explain what NZ sounds like, I think that'd be it

[@barryparkin1932]

The Haka is a call to war and it’s not only performed at Rugby. The women’s Haka is so scary and intense.

[@RodFry-i2z]

I would urge you to watch the Welsh National Anthem sung before the England Wales Game.

[@sjbict]

The rugby not the football version

[@RodFry-i2z]

@@sjbict Yes the Rugby Version

[@MAN0FST33L]

The Haka originated from New Zealand and the All Blacks were the first sport team to ever perform the haka war cry challenge over 100 years ago

[@ChelseaPensioner-DJW]

The Haka is done at Weddings and Funerals also. One to see is a whole Boys School doing the Haka at a teachers retirement. Tonga has a pre-game war dance, called the Sipi Tau, Samoa and Fiji also have versions although the Maoris seem to have the original.

[@Onz70]

The traditional Māori performance of haka is a source of pride for all New Zealanders. It is performed all around the world, most famously by the All Blacks and the New Zealand Defence Force. Traditionally, haka was a customary way to welcome visiting tribes, but it also served to invigorate warriors as they headed into battle. It was a show of physical prowess but also an embodiment of cultural pride, strength, and unity

[@stephenrobinson3681]

A few weeks ago, England played Samoa in a rugby league international test match. The Samoans performed their version of the haka prior to the start of the match. This was the most intimidatory haka or Siva Tau - Samoan War Dance with player literally facing each other nose to nose. On KZbin, ENGLAND VS SAMOA 1ST TEST 2024 | TOA SAMOA PERFORM SIVA TAU, well worth a reaction.

[@thesneakiestofturtles6211]

im from nz and the haka before the all blacks games always gives me the chills luv it. But yea from these 2 picks the wahine (woman) went harder for sure 🤙

[@craigkennett6226]

The best Maori haka was done by the Kiwis rugby league team before they defeated Australia in the world cup final in 2008. They get up in each other's faces

[@shanegooding4839]

Definitely agree the women performed amazingly. The haka is a tradition of the Maori people of New Zealand. So you generally wont see it performed by folks who aren't New Zealanders (Kiwis) or Maori. Other Polynesian people have similar but not identical traditions. I'd say the most powerful hakas you could ever watch would be at the funeral of a respected person. The emotions in those performances are next level!😊

[@davidwatts-hw2dh]

The English have taken Rugby to every part of our world. Love it or hate it. a FANTASTIC SPORT!

[@ciceriuspanderius]

It is as has been said performed by the All Black and the Black Ferns before international matches. They are the two top national men's and women's teams for rugby union in New Zealand. There is one nation who dislike it so much they keep asking for it to be banned. As it gives too much of a psychological advantage to the team performing it.They say. That nation is England. There is a lot of respect for the Haka amongst other rugby playing nations. Fiji, Samoa, Tonga and Papua New Guinea have their versions as well. Well worth a watch.

[@dwarfbarbarian8885]

The Haka was originally used to display a tribes pride strength and unity but also used as a welcoming celebration and to challenge other visiting tribes

[@AussieTVMusic]

The NZ women's cricket team sang a beautiful Maori song after winning the world cup.

[@paolow1299]

A bride receiving the Hakka at her wedding is so emotional or a funeral is heavy too .many Pacific nation's have a form of Hakka .

[@TheClunkingFist]

That's the great thing about rugby: the fans like each other, too. Rugby is a religion, and if you have it, you like all rugby players and the sport is more important that the participants.

[@g--666--g]

there is a great haka from a wedding a few yrs back with both the men and women.

[@HaroldHobson-w6f]

Also watch the Anthony Foley and Māori all Blacks v Ireland. Total respect. In these men and woman’s shadows I am not worthy to kneel let alone stand. ❤❤😊😊 You can’t buy respect, you have to earn it. Harry Haworth, West Yorkshire, UK.

[@jimwalker1404]

The schoolboys haka at Jonah Lomu’s funeral will bring tears to your eyes😢

[@positivemanifesting3492]

The Haka is unique to New Zealand and is from the Maori culture. Each team in all sport, school club and organisation have their own Haka. It is referencing their culture and their ancestors. It is worth exploring this further. Other Polynesian nations have their own version of this - Fiji, Samoa, Tonga etc. I am lucky enough to have faced this on a rugby field and it is very inspiring. I recommend looking at the Haka for Jonah Lomu at his funeral as this was huge and full of emotion for an absolute legend of a man and rugby player.

[@roguesorcerer1145]

Rugby is the most wonderful sport, reflecting respect and sportsmanship. A hooligans game played by Gentleman and Ladies