The mind-games began before the opening whistle, as New Zealand performed their traditional haka and England produced a defiant response. The home players strode forward and formed a semi-circle, with ...

Ireland etched its name in rugby history when they faced off against the haka before a match against New Zealand in 1989. The Maori dance, long linked with the All Blacks and known for its ...

Maro Itoje has explained the reasoning behind England’s pointed response to the haka before their famous victory at Allianz Stadium, Twickenham. England beat the All Blacks for the first time since ...