It was first performed by the All Blacks in 1888, but only at away matches until 1986. The Ka Mate Haka is also performed during high profile funerals or to greet foreign dignitaries. But in 2005 ...

The 89-cap player, who represented New Zealand for the final time in the match after signing a three-year deal with Japanese ...

The haka adds a unique component, derived from the indigenous Maori of New Zealand, and which aligns with the wider Polynesian cultures of the Pacific. The All Blacks perform the haka with precision ...

It involves scary faces, lots of thigh-slapping and loud chanting. But there is so much history behind the war dance. The Academy's giving you the chance to learn the words to the traditional haka ...

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 ...

The haka will come out in full force when the All Blacks take on England on Saturday ... the protruding of the tongue alongside a loud chant. The haka was created by the Māori people to celebrate ...

Coverage: Listen to live commentary on BBC Radio 5 Sports Extra and BBC Sounds, and follow live text commentary on the BBC Sport website and app. New Zealand coach Scott Robertson says England ...

Scott Robertson took over as New Zealand coach after their defeat in the final of the 2023 Rugby World Cup Autumn Nations Series: England v New Zealand Venue: Allianz Stadium, Twickenham Date ...