Sonny Bill Williams

The biggest thing for me is earning the respect of my fellow players and coaches. I think that is why I was a little bit emotional. You don't get a haka done to you from the brothers for no reason if they don't respect you.

New Zealander Athlete

Jonah Lomu

Each haka has its own interpretation, but you have to make sure you are in unison with your team-mates; the haka should be a proper war cry.

Luka Sulic

Everybody recommends New Zealand. I really want to learn this haka, the traditional dance - I love it; it's so cool.

Croatian Musician

Jason Momoa

I'm half Hawaiian and the haka is a very sacred thing, something your family teaches you - my father taught me.

American Actor

I went to a boarding school with a strong Maori tradition, where we were taught all about the haka.

The haka is a key expression of Maori culture and identity, showing unity and strength.

Cultural Identity

Often seen before rugby games in New Zealand to challenge opponents and motivate players.

Sporting Events

Haka performances can be powerful and emotional, displaying passion and intensity.

Emotional Impact

In haka dance, every movement has a meaning and should be performed accurately.

Dance Precision

Haka is about unity; participants move in sync to show collective strength.

Group Coordination

Haka involves intense facial expressions that convey emotions and intimidate.

Facial Expressions

 in all these sections and kind of pushing into his area given that he is the dominant individual you would expect him to come back after being a bit sick and to really try and stamp his authority and he's been successful in putting haka Murray further west and keeping him at bay for now and so now