The INTIMIDATING ritual of the haka | The evolution of the Haka

[@WorldRugby]

What is your favourite Haka moment? Let us know in the comments!

[@LloydW90]

The one in the 2019 Semi-Final against England will live on forever, England should have had a bigger fine that £2,000

[@carolmorris404]

I absolutely love watching the haka but our South African boys' faced it in 1994 after so many years of isolation and beat the men in black. The Haka grew in intensity but the men's shorts seemed to shrink. RIP to Joost vd Westhuizen and Jomo Lomo, legends of the game.

[@toiletsmithy3630]

@@carolmorris404 faced nz twice that yr and lost both of them in 1994 lmfao

[@Me-ex7qg]

@@LloydW90 the result was memorable but i dont see how walking a few steps towards the opposition is

[@joatmofa0405]

I must admit, I found your spelling of INTIMIDATING *"INTIMIDITAING"* very INTIMIDATING! lol

[@robbariffic]

Whilst the haka is a challenge, it also is a show of respect to those that are facing it. To not perform the haka would be displaying more disrespect to their opponents. Absolute chills as I watch this.

[@WorldRugby]

Very interesting!

[@april-tui3524]

Absolutely. There is a lot of focus on the challenge part of haka, but these days they are ceremonial and part of showing respect.

[@Serenoj69]

In Mongolia farting during dinner is showing respect. I would not appreciate that one either though. You should not tell others how they feel when being confronted with these gestures. I would not take them as respectful. Period. Go dance in New Zealand on cultural venues, but not internationally on a sports pitch. To me it really is a cliche, borderline pathethic. I have no respect at all for its use on a pitch. Also, somehow I feel it is especially silly when white people do it. Just for me, as a foreigner it feels like not so genuine for some reason but I could surely be wrong.

[@robbariffic]

@@Serenoj69 Sometimes it's better to remain silent and be considered a fool than to open your mouth and remove all doubt. You don't have to worry, no-one would perform a haka for you.

[@Serenoj69]

@@robbariffic I would not worry if they did but I would have to say I would respect New Zealanders travelling all the way to the Netherlands, than perform a Haka especially for me, get on the plane and return. I would appreciate that, but indeed it somehow does not seem to be very likely to happen. I am Portuguese. Now Nl you could pull a stunt like this in football for instance, people would calmly applaud. No one would be intimidated. They are very down to Earth here. Now in Portugal, the psychological warfare would start from the get go. During the haka. Like making kissing gestures etc. In our culture you as a guest respect us and our culture, we will treat you with respect and good. If you think you can do as you wish because that is your culture, it will be 90 minutes you will remember the rest of your life. Because your culture belongs in your country, not mine. So In NEw Zealdn, after an explanation: fine. In Portugal: no. You are a guest, you are sensitive towards the host and respect him and do not tread on any toes and try to avoid it. If you don't I am not sure how it will end but probably not too well. Not if you do that in football. It is like I go to a Muslim country with my wife and she walks inher bikini where you know (whether you agree or not) that is offencive. You don't do that. You do that where people do not mind.

[@fvsrules8925]

Over the years the haka has certainly improved. I watch these vudeos over and over again and still get chills. Thx World rugby

[@WorldRugby]

Thank you for watching!

[@angelesperez6591]

I understand that was largely due to the great Wayne Shelford, flanker All Black of legend.. When he was selected he was a RNZN (Royal New Zealand Navy) PE instructor. He thought the All Black hakas was pathetic and did not honour its origins. So, as a proud Maori, selected for the All Blacks, he set about righting it. Now I, for one, would not disobey Wayne Shelford. Then or now. Incidendally, the haka, before the 1987 Rugby World Cup, used to only be performed overseas on foreign tests. It was not done by the ABs in NZ itself. So it a special honour for the opposition to face it. The ABs knew they were in enemy territory.

[@gavinringland1362]

River ringleader boys

[@MariaJ.253]

What an amazing way to bring your culture to the world. I hope their tradition last generations to come. I love Haka.

[@LizCant]

I think they will the Hakka is a much rugby as The World Cup

[@jamestownsend6657]

It seems to me that having a haka performed against you has to be one of the greatest honors there is in the sports world!!!

[@archankumarmyana40]

Lol😂

[@Jimjolnir]

I know what you mean. It's so powerful. While it's often seen as intimidating I kept imagining myself as the opposition, and I would be just as pumped after the haka as the New Zealanders themselves!

[@asstitties578]

🤢🤢🤢

[@asstitties578]

@@Jimjolnir 🤢🤢🤢

[@HoangNguyen-hv1qy]

😂😂😂😂

[@BubbleBelly]

Tonga and Samoa and Fiji all have their own really neat renditions. I love this sort of stuff. Sets the tone as a national game should

[@okipullup6886]

sick when they do it across the field at each other. looks like two mini armies preparing for war.

[@Snowfang00]

They're all traditional dances of war meant to scare the opponents. They definitely all look confronting.

[@humanityissupreme.2575]

It's not the renditions dude. There were people already living in Samoa, Tonga and Fiji as well before colonial White infiltrators invaded them. And they had their own indigenous tribal dance.

[@taraishot100]

@@Snowfang00it wasn’t only used for war us Māori do it at funerals and weddings and even celebrations there as all sorts of different haka here in NZ

[@taraishot100]

@@humanityissupreme.2575they weren’t invaded by the white man.. and the white man never won the war in NZ as Māori and Pakeha had victory’s on both sides the crown were only fighting against Māori and their individual tribes not Māori as a whole as the Māori wouldn’t unite because of past conflicts amongst each other

[@vidard9863]

Seeing it in person was on my bucket list! Well worth the thousands spent on the trip.

[@WorldRugby]

It really is something to behold! Where did you watch it, and which game?

[@Darth-Malgus498]

@@WorldRugby I’ve seen it when England took on New Zealand at rwc 2019

[@asstitties578]

🤢🤢🤢

[@vidard9863]

@@WorldRugby bronze match of the 2019 world cup.

[@MUFC1311]

@@Darth-Malgus498that one was incredible. I was there for that. Spine chilling.

[@dustinfulks8166]

They all give me chills a wonderful piece of history that will hopefully live on forever ‼️

[@WorldRugby]

I find it mesmerising 🤩

[@asstitties578]

🤢🤢🤢

[@april-tui3524]

For those of us old enough to remember when Buck came along and helped guide them to a better haka performance and greater respect for its true significance in modern times, it became an important symbol of the changing and improving of race relations in NZ. Similar to when Hinewehi Mohi sung the Maori version of the anthem in ‘99, which led to a permanent change in our anthem despite the controversy in some areas. These were both important times, bringing two cultures together and uniting them, through rugby, our nations favourite sport. I don’t have a favourite haka moment, each and every one gives me enormous pride and hope for us. While there’s a focus on the challenge aspect of haka, these days they are more about respect, and I know the players see it as a moment of togetherness for the team to unite. It’s far more important and meaningful than our anthem.

[@WineFi]

A most excellent response. When a racial mixed Team embarrasses the Culture of their Homeland.

[@charliecarroll5033]

As an Englishman It’s a fantastic tradition that sends shivers down your spine. It feels both respectful and intimidating which is an amazing way and unrivalled to start a sporting contest! Good luck in the WC

[@jordanclark8508]

Should have shown the mass haka done at the legend Jonah Lomu tangi (funeral) RIP acknowledge that it's performed as a sign of respect, honor as well as a challenge.

[@april-tui3524]

The best haka are done at tangi/funerals, such emotion and respect.

[@pagantalks5993]

Jonah Loni tangi

[@ramengurung9913]

I love how the haka was performed with more and more passion as the years progressed. You can see the players put their whole soul into it now

[@palesadlamini9117]

Gives me chills all the time. I love NZ rugby. 🥰🥰 All the way from Swaziland

[@toffeelatte5060]

Wow…amazing! I love Haka! It so fits with Rugby. So powerful and lifts up spirits like no others.

[@arallen5947]

I’ve only ever received the haka once as an English schoolboy. There’s nothing quite as beautiful as it. Even if you’re not part of it, you’re receiving a challenge from a beautiful, tough, strong culture who never took anything lying down. The Māoris were there because they fought off everyone before the British and they also fought off the British.

[@asstitties578]

🤢🤢🤢

[@nicka9908]

If only England were allowed to Morris dance in reply to Haka That would heat things up !

[@loganleroy8622]

I mean, they fought off the British, for a while. There's a reason Kiwis speak English as the dominant language.

[@KzZerde]

Haka is the most precious intangible heritage of mankind. I must take my family to travel to New Zealand to experience the customs and customs of New Zealand.

[@emperorconstantine1.361]

Even with the nation of Ireland singing, they were still heard, and still instilled fear in their opponents.

[@j.uiriagain9813]

We weren't all behind that here...it was ignorance to the enth.

[@Fireprincess161]

That was very disrespectful imo.

[@j.uiriagain9813]

The Haka as I understand It is respectfully issuing a challenge to the opposition it might be intimidating but not so much if you understand some of history behind it...you stand and face it. Any other reaction shows them you are intimidated. Our supporters sang over them which would only fire the All Blacks up...our team played terrified that day. The people who originated the Haka were oppressed and almost wiped out by the Imperialist conquests Of The Dutch and the British surely as Irish people we can relate to that. I would choose to learn their culture and show them respect as best as possible thats quite possibly the most anti imperialist thing we could do in a situation like this....our lads acted like British football hooligans who are the waste product of centuries of imperial power. they may not have got violent but the ill educated contempt for anything that isn't of your nation was strongly on display. I disavow every Irish person involved.

[@Serenoj69]

If so...that is fair?

[@Serenoj69]

@@Fireprincess161 The arrogance. People should all bow for a dance that is meant to instill fear on a pitch. Should not reply or support the lads on the field...Haha.

[@claramitchell746]

I thoroughly enjoy seeing the Haka performed, and I love the intimidation of the fist to the field, and that humming sound that the players make while doing it! TRULY REMARKABLE INDEED!

[@asstitties578]

🤢🤢🥴

[@Briguy1027]

Such a cool ritual. It's not cultural appropriation but appreciation. I wish more nations had ceremonial challenges like the Haka.

[@taraishot100]

The South Pacific Nations have their own NZ, Samoa, Fiji, Tonga, Cook Islands etc

[@Jay-fq8uz]

Such a beautiful ritual performed by my warrior people!

[@glenchapman3899]

The thing I like the most about this ritual is the fact whites are not only allowed to be part of it, but really get into it. The rest of the world could learn from that!!!!!

[@FlameAlchemyIO]

Everyone is accepted black, white, yellow People can all do haka as long as it’s with us copper/red/brown skin folk not against us lol

[@krilo464]

Imagine being in that 2019 atmosphere with the crazy Irish crowd rocking the arena with their anthem and the haka to add more intensity. Just in my earbuds I felt like a real war was gonna break out

[@cindyh2671]

I saw this Haka in the viral parliament shot and I was thinking this was very cringey, but seeing it with the passion this guys put on it, made me change my mind. Beautiful tradition, it feels so powerful, like they are unstoppable warriors channeling their ancestors.

[@mytesttickles4138]

I respect the Tongan's, Samoan's, and Fijians, its amazing to see! But! New Zealand is still very intimidating!

[@OceanSwimmer]

Every one of the Hakas was spectacular -- each with its own style and 'heat'......beautiful.

[@catherinemullins7928]

I love every Haka. I think every one of them is brilliant and so are the All Black's

[@asstitties578]

🤢🤢🤢

[@gracepreston9995]

I miss the late Jonah lomu he was one of the great All Blacks and the world loved him he will always be a legend.

[@trilojag]

Now imagine thousands of blood thirsty warriors laying this down on you before going to battle. The battle would be won and lost in the very moment

[@hfvvffvhh9719]

@@KristofferMuhonen you must actually be illiterate. Intimidation has been a key strategy in war time, especially in the past. Psychological warfare rips the strongest warriors, and there’s a reason why a lot of pacific countries have their war dances, and even European countries had forms of intimidation. Even Genghis Khan used psychological warfare a lot, and it worked. Maori warriors were quite legendary and u should sit down if u think this was dumb, because it clearly was not.

[@buchan7369]

@@hfvvffvhh9719 I get that you don't agree with the commenter above, but its pretty crass to call him 'illiterate' because you don't agree with something he said. If anything that's more akin to illiteracy than making an incorrect statement.

[@rgfs8881]

@@terrum-c7s you do know that guns are not an endgame right?

[@skollybob]

@@rgfs8881 was for them

[@rgfs8881]

@@skollybob Yeah, sure buddy, go to town on them Rambo style.

[@Jenopurdy]

I’m not a huge rugby fan but it doesn’t matter whether you watch rugby or not everyone knows the haka it’s legendary

[@kingz6649]

8:30 you can just tell how the Irish team was begging their fans not to interrupt their haka cause they'd go full on try hard and in the end All Blacks absolutely destroyed THEM

[@nicoladollard1845]

Stfu All countries sing over it Wales being the loudest and even making the all blacks do the haka in a shed biggest hypocrites you kiwi fans and look how disrespectful the aussies have been but that's ok is it and the English don't get me started idiot

[@kingz6649]

@@nicoladollard1845 Ok karen

[@kingz6649]

@Ejrk22 If they aren't on the All Blacks level, then what level are you on, cause as a Kiwi ik for a fact that Ireland is good at Rugby, and besides, the haka is a traditional thing the All Blacks and Maori people do, disrespecting it by singing over the haka only causes the worst. Its like disrespecting Ireland calling it a little pet of England. People yes people ARE to respect it, they can challenge the haka, but disrespecting it is just over the top. Curb your derogatory.

[@kingz6649]

@Ejrk22 You got a point there on the Rugby side. But the haka is done to represent the Maori people. The All Blacks do it to show respect and to also strike fear into their rivals. Its not something to get made fun of. People who choose to laugh at it or make fun of it are the real clowns. Don't be that guy buddy, otherwise one day someone will put you in your place.

[@kingz6649]

@Ejrk22 The haka will always be carried on into generations and generations, it will never disappear, its something not only NZ does, but something that also the Islanders do.

[@melvyncross2978]

The amount of testosterone here is incredible

[@harryhome86]

hahahahaha. ayyyy hahaha

[@TheObscureRambler]

Calling it just testosterone is like saying that no man in existence has ever experienced warm and fuzzy compassion. Women do the haka, too. Search youtube and you'll see examples. This is more than hormones, this is courage and celebration of life in the face of adversity.

[@ChaosMagic]

Gross

[@luiscobosmontes502]

TJ Perenara is amazing! The way he leads the haka gives me chills. I’m rooting for the All Blacks!

[@brunoopardini]

You know what would be fun? The whole Stadium singing and "Dancing?" together, would be INSAAAAANE

[@johncreedon1833]

Piri weepu ..Best haka leader ever. His voice ripped through stadiums

[@charleselkofairi6656]

Love it I'm not new Zealander or Maori HAKA I think it brought people closer it gives me a proud feeling of Diversity

[@lemonjuice3551]

I'm not even a rugby fan but I'd love to go a NZ game just to see them do the Haka

[@jessicakruger7]

As a South African, great respect for the ABs and the Haka.

[@andrewrobinson2690]

The Haka is a sign of respect, of which we have bucketloads for our SA brothers and sisters. From a Kiwi (of 20/25 years) from a South African family (go the AB’s 😉)

[@humanityissupreme.2575]

Are you a Aboriginal South African ?

[@jessicakruger7]

@@humanityissupreme.2575 meaning?

[@humanityissupreme.2575]

@@jessicakruger7 Are you one among the NATIVE SOUTH AFRICANS (People who lived there long back even before colonialists came to invade) ?

[@jessicakruger7]

@@humanityissupreme.2575 I dont play that card. Good luck with whatever you going for.

[@CaptainAmazing01]

Tana Umaga was always my favourite. From an Aussie.

[@thesquire6352]

i met him and he is the nicest guy, spent 5 minutes chatting and taking pics with the kids, he's also ALOT bigger in real life than you think, met him in 2002 so awhile ago but great memory

[@haddingtoniangcp2464]

Had the utmost privilege of watching the All Blacks perform the Haka in Twickenham in 06 or so. Man,it was scary. Imagine 80k crowd and they could be heard!

[@HorthornNZ]

Haka is not a war dance - it is a challenge (you do it against someone, it is to intimidate, not to generate enthusiasm)

[@Rivlla]

bro hard , its not just "a dance"

[@stevenplace7744]

Really impressive dance thanks to world rugby for sharing this

[@prof_kaos9341]

Few remember that pre-match Haka pre-date pre-match national anthems by at least 2 decades. The 1888 NZ Natives tour of UK did Haka but a national anthem was not sung at an international until the Welsh crowd spontaneously sung their anthem in response to the All Black's pre-match Haka on the last game of the 1905-6 "Originals" tour.

[@armantookmanian1938]

Can anyone provide a translation of the chant and meanings of the various arm, leg , body motions?

[@tonyw6427]

I must point out there are no double consonants in the language of Te Reo (Maori). So the word "Kappa" that starts at about 6:25 into this video should be "Kapa".

[@HotAxleBox]

I remember having to do the Haka in school, it was really quite intimidating for sure.

[@PaperCut819]

No matter how noisy the background was for some snippets, Haka was still completed - Loud and powerful.

[@Fr.Craayy]

Even tho im not in New Zealand anymore,my maori blood is still in me 🖤🤍🖤

[@johncockrell16]

Yes having too face the Haka from the All Blacks is a sure way of knowing your a worthy opponent...respect and chivalry....but also that you are gonna have a deep respect for them very soon. Nobody forgets the Haka and the goosebumps that I think everybody feels everytime they witness it. The Haka and Bag-pipes= Goosebumps!!!

[@JosephTrott-l1t]

I watched the first haka in 2019, the England game, it gave me goosebumps. Looking back on Joe Marlers face when he was told to move is hilarious 😂

[@ida1751]

Tonga... Samoa... New Zealand natives... they seem to share a Polynesian heritage .... something that is proudly instilled and kept , thank God...

[@666t]

Tonga v Samoa at Hamilton New Zealand when the did their war dances at the same time like they did in times of war.

[@Me-ex7qg]

they didn't do war dances in times of war.

[@angelesperez6591]

@humble I Ithink it is very likely the Maori did. Of course there has never been war between NZ and Samoa. Except to the extent NZ captured and occupied Samoa in 1914. It had previously been a German colony for some decades. It was the first 'British" territory captured and occupied from the Germans.

[@angelesperez6591]

@@Me-ex7qg I meant to add that there are accounts of the 28th (Maori) Battalion performing the haka in the trenches in North African desert (mostly what is now Libya) before going into battle. The 28th Battalion suffered the highest casuaties of any western Allied battlion unit. As the Maori were never consripted, the troops in the Battalion were all volunteers (for NZ political reasons; the Land Wars of the 1860s were still within living memory.!

[@jamesparrish6579]

That was the rugby league world cup mate 2017

[@PaperCut819]

I would love to watch a live Haka. It always gives me the chills, and I love the energy.

[@guoa4356]

To me, Tana Umaga is the best Haka leader ever. His passion is the best of the best.

[@shazzm9252]

As a recipient of the Haka I can say it is terrifying. Thrilling. Spine tingling. A great honour. It does not matter if it is the all blacks, scool kids, wedding guests or the local softball team….every participant in the Haka brings the same spirit to the message, whichever message they are performing. I was unaware that some other nations have their own expressions for challenge. Would love to experience those too.

[@melanchorly7618]

You don't have to be intimidated, but at least respect the cultural significance of the Haka. Ex Springbok captain John Smit said something similar.

[@loganleroy8622]

Just stand there and take it seems about the worst thing you can do. The ABs are trying to intimidate you, and the "proper" response is to let them yell and scream at you? It doesn't make sense that you should just stand there and politely nod your head at someone, as they slit their throats in front of you.

[@melanchorly7618]

@@loganleroy8622 Two years later my opinion is still the same. No respectable professional rugby player who plays for a tier 1 nation would be intimidated. You just accept the challenge and show them on the field you're reciprocating that energy. Let's go!!!!

[@johnhouston5412]

I don't know what that might say about me but I really enjoy watching the 'HAKA'. Moving and intimidating!

[@JohnRome-xn7hx]

Awesome! The clash with France in 2007 was SCARY ... 😳 they almost started a war 😂 In 1987 NZ dropped 70 points (to 6) on Italy after their first RWC haka ever and as Italian I'm delighted of that! No team in any sport has the aura of the All Blacks! 🔝🏉🔥 Let's go NZ next Saturday, bring it back home! 💪

[@anandkumarmv9234]

I really like this Haka dance of the Black caps it really motivates every member of the team, it improves the team spirit it looks to intimidate the opposition side. This haka dance has popularised rugby .

[@asstitties578]

🤢🤢🤢

[@pastrafulea]

The HAKA is a philosophy of a state of identity .... UNIQUE .... A JEWELRY OF PRIDE ,HONOUR , HONESTY AND NEW ZEELAND

[@mikemarshallmusic]

So who’s here after the chant in the courthouse ?? Wow.

[@skyblue6507]

Me! Fascinated by the Haka now!

[@kartikmishra6894]

I am from India. I love watching haka performed before pre match. It is sad to see that opponent teams dont take it light heartedly. New Zealanders just represent their culture. Opponent teams should also do if they have any as Fiji and Samoa teams did. But I guess European teams dont have any.

[@asstitties578]

🤢🤢🤢

[@childoffire8068]

we have no tribal war dances ... because we have culture ;-)

[@franciskimagus8476]

@@childoffire8068 a bland one I presume?

[@peaceandjoy2568]

Europe 's glorious image is all about pomp and circumstance, naval might, powerful conquistadores and Christendom. I love the Europeans and I also love the New Zealand tribes and their Haka.

[@Milleniummeister]

@@childoffire8068 ...that would actually be historically false.

[@colbynotes2741]

------ Jump to ------ 0:18 1987, very first All Blacks (AB) haka v. Italy 0:40 1987, AB v. France, AB won 29-9 at Eden Park, inaugural Rugby World Cup 1:12 1991, AB v. Australia 1:50 1995, AB v. RSA, emergence of Jonah Lomu (go see his funeral haka). 2:20 1999, AB v. England - opponents must be at least 10 meters away from the haka, in their own half. 3:15 2007, AB v. France - quarter final 4:48 2011, AB v. Ton - Rugby World Cup opening match at Eden Park Other countries also perform their own ceremonial dances at the Rugby World Cup 5:37 Tonga performed the Sipi Tua 5:55 Samoa perform the Manu Sivi Tau 6:06 Fiji perform the Cibi 6:15 2015, AB v. Australia - Instead of "Ka Mate", now it's "Kappa O Pango". The captain decides. 7:24 2019. AB v. Ireland 8:55 20??, AB v. England - used a V-shape 10:45 summary ------

[@davecap2641]

LOVE `THEM ALL. I it is one of the many components of Rugby that make it such a great sport, long may it continue. I agree with the comment that it also shows respect to those who face it with respect.

[@tayhotty420]

I Feel Like TJ Perenara was the most passionate person out there doing the haka and he enjoyed it so much

[@ricardojuricic9027]

There are few missing. Such as the especially respectfull Haka honoring Maradona's death 👏👏👏👏👏 ABs Saludos desde 🇦🇷 Argentina Gracias All Blacks

[@EngTK540]

I came across a new Zealand woman doing haka on a her first day in parliament. That was by far the best haka ive ever seen.

[@noblue4u]

Such a beautiful ritual, in all its forms.

[@kademate6888]

England really had the biggest and most respectful challenge I’ve ever seen.

[@NuXta]

Surprised the 2011 RWC final haka v France wasn't included here, when the French advanced at the All Blacks and were subsequently fined for it.

[@RB-xc9wg]

I remember that game, it was the first rwc final i watched. France was absolutely robbed in that game, just like NZ 4 years prior.

[@princegroove]

A vital preservation of wonderful indigenous traditions and language.

[@clintgirdler38]

My favourite leaders of the Haka were Piri Weepu and Tana Umaga.

[@ME-qo6qf]

Love, love, love HAKA. Never get tired of watching it although on you tube only.

[@rus0004]

8:23 "I'm scared. Are you scared?"

[@elennet4116]

This what makes Rugby very special and unique

[@farazahmed3571]

Cricket fan But Haka makes rugby unique

[@patrickmuhwheeney6518]

Beautiful...Thanks for the upload!

[@neelchand4868]

I think Kapa o pango is the most intimidating haka of all time. Doesn't matter who you perform this rendition of haka against

[@Mafiakid416]

That's why they generally save it for the big matches/rivalries. If they performed it every match, it would lose it's edge. You know it's a big match when Kappa o Pango comes out.

[@Dutchboy74]

They stay at the hotel I used to work when in London and once did the Haka outside on the forecourt. High Street Ken to a standstill!!!!!! Chills watching this.

[@saldumharis8338]

4:54 ayy remember watching this on TV ,nostalgia my mate...

[@Michaelthekiwi]

It's one of the great traditions of Rugby, and kudos to the English Rugby Team in the 1990s who really were the first team to acknowledge it as such and respect it.

[@mikhailbazhanov1935]

Not a rugby fan, but Haka is an awesome part of the sport

[@gooosfrabaYT]

So intense! I have nothing but respect for people who value their heritage and share it with the world with such devotion. You can see it in their eyes and hear it in their voices. Intense!!

[@boikymcclain449]

I still don't know why SA Rugby doesn't also embrace the African culture and perform a war cry.

[@toiletsmithy3630]

this is not an SA video, go talk about it somewhere else

[@CaptainAmazing01]

Because then everyone would start doing it and we'd all have to watch England doing square dancing.

[@ItzCoopzFtw]

@@CaptainAmazing01 Or better yet, have england learn a Haka that means something specifically to them with the blessing of our Iwi to teach them, so they can perform that against Fiji, tonga, Samoa, NZ and others.

[@Fireprincess161]

@@CaptainAmazing01 Not the maypole? Because I'd pay to watch the players dance that pregame.

[@sail4549]

@@CaptainAmazing01 England would bring out the drum corps and rifles in a square formation 😂😂

[@saraann8140]

Simply awesome - Never lose, or surrender, your traditions 😇

[@mannym7849]

My favourite has to be (and will always be) the Ka Mate Haka, although I’m also starting to like the Kapa O Pango Haka too. I support England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 through and through, but I always love watching the NZ AB’s as my second team.

[@Tundermostt_o7]

the 2007 quarter final against france one reminded me of 2 classes seeing each other during a school field trip.

[@21091980ch]

Não há como superar o trabalho em equipe.

[@rfusco9251]

is this game on youtube anywhere? Would love to watch it!!

[@frankteunissen6118]

My idea is that you can do whatever you want to face the haka, but you have to stay on your own half.

[@isaacmtamou8070]

You are not allowed to past the 10m line either team. But yes you can do what you like but it's a sing of respect from the All Black's to themselves and to their opponents in preparation for battle.

[@moynaghbassfishes3818]

I'm just learning rugby and realize that I have missed out. I gotta start following this sport!

[@joatmofa0405]

I must admit, I found your spelling of *"INTIMIDITAING"* very INTIMIDATING! lol

[@rodrigoaguiar5208]

I remember some of the Tonga ones which ended with a "cutting throat death threat" sign, those absolutely gave me the chills.

[@susiannynayara9272]

Um bom treinamento trás espectativas vivas de uma bela competição.

[@Mariageshokaikoh]

Similar spirit of brave worriors is in the people in Japan, for similar words are really close to our Japanese language. In their Haka Kamate, "Kamate, kamate iko" is a kind of encouraging meaning!! Also we Japanese Samurais made a war-cry to win the battle with taking all their lives. Now many people from Polynesian countries to be a member of Brave Blossoms. We Japanese feel special thanks and great respect, many young boy rugby football players tried to dance special Haka learned from All Blacks members. With a great friendship giving us a chance to be strong, we Samurai Japan would like to dedicate Special Haka for all the people from Oceania to show our special thanks!

[@9detemir]

I love watching the Haka, but if I was in the opposing team, trying to maintain focus and concentration on the game, I'm not sure I'd want to just stand there and subject myself to a ritual that the opposing team performs to hype themselves up... I wouldn't do anything disrespectful like make a face or say something off, I'd simply go back to my half, look the other way, review tactics one last time, pretty much ANYTHING except stand there and subject myself to something that could potentially throw me off my game (even if by 1 or 2%)

[@artificialanimeuniverse5063]

You can see how the members were not so comfortable during the first time it was held. But ever since than they have evolved it to quite the perfection.

[@samuelapohiva197]

Kapa o Pago - McCaw, Nonu, and Read in front formation is the best

[@bus5683]

Tana umaga was one of the best leaders of the haka had so much passion

[@draconis0469]

We need a haka for the freedom convoy in our world... bring us together...

[@isaaclutwamansubuga2000]

The fact that WR chose to replay a moment of controversy from 2007, Wow.

[@robertstevenson3009]

The one against France when they got up close, that was favourite, the English one is the second one and the Irish one would be a very close third

[@WorldRugby]

a challenge thrown down, and accepted! The heat of battle! It's awesome to watch!

[@hakaboy6924]

The welsh response was one of the best but not in this compilation.

[@alexthegordonhighlander1159]

⚡If the mainstream media played this for the public every morning instead of news, we would have a fearless world of sovereign god people. A well of gratitude to you for this collection of valiant warriors.

[@GroaNz]

the best lineup was our 2015 squad, just look at them. 100% Man