The All Blacks perform the haka with precision and intensity which underpin the All Black approach. The famous haka; Ka Mate Ka Mate, was composed by Ngati Toa Chieftain Te Rauparaha around 1820, with ...

But there is so much history behind the war dance - so we thought we'd give you a chance to find out what it's all about. The Academy's giving you the chance to learn the words to the traditional haka ...

Ka mate! Ka mate! Ka ora ... as opposed to when it is performed by the All Blacks who are going out there to beat the opposition and win. You can get together with your friends and enjoy it.

As if playing the mighty All Blacks wasn't intimidating enough, opponents also have to come face-to-face with the famous Haka when they take on New Zealand. The Haka is a very old traditional war ...

2. He is responsible for introducing the All Blacks’ Ka Mate haka as we know it. 3. He sustained perhaps the most excruciating injury it is possible for a man to suffer on a rugby field.

and has also made two appearances for the Maori All Blacks, led the haka ahead of New Zealand's 29-11 win against Italy last week. But in the opening of Ka Mate, Perenara, 32, was overheard making ...