If you’ve ever seen the New Zealand All Blacks’ pre-game “haka,” you’d probably call it a war dance. But it’s not. At least not technically. Sure, the 15 rugby s… ...

The New Zealand All Blacks may have suffered a 27-13 loss to France in their opening match of the Rugby World Cup, but they made a big statement with a key change to the haka.

The All Blacks held a special prayer ahead of the Haka, and also wore black armbands to pay tribute to Māori King, Tūheitia ...

The All Blacks went on to win the match 31 to 27. The words to Kapa o Pango relate more directly to the New Zealand rugby team. This version of the Haka was created in direct consultation with ...

For about 80 years, the All Blacks only performed the haka when playing overseas. Since 1986, they have also included it at home matches. The Black Ferns challenge Australia’s Wallaroos before a ...

Scott Robertson's first squad of the season will be announced on Monday. Here's what RNZ's experts are weighing up.

Joe Marler has come under immense criticism after revealing that he feels that the All Blacks' Haka should be 'binned' earlier this week. By Charlie Parker-Turner 13:20, Wed, Oct 30, 2024 ...

Marseille - A new-style haka has been adopted by the New Zealand All Blacks because its predecessor had become too commercialised and the team was losing touch with its roots, according to scrumhalf ...

Initially, the Haka was reserved for international matches played abroad by the All Blacks. It wasn’t until 1986 that this revered tradition was incorporated into home matches.

After days of speculation over how they would respond, England met the challenge of New Zealand's haka head on in a tense moment at the Allianz Stadium, Twickenham on Saturday. The haka has been ...