Lifeimi Mafi helped Munster to the 2008 Heineken Cup and has fond memories of his time in Carrigaline.
The former Ireland head coach said the Fields of Athenry drowned out the haka at the New Zealand match last month.
The 28-year-old Saracens man is the heartbeat of Eddie Jones’ team.
The Wales coach also joked his final game in charge should be settled by a drinking game.
The All Blacks insist they had no issues with England’s response to their haka last weekend.
Kiwi boss Steve Hansen praised the English challenge to his team’s war dance.
Eddie Jones’ side knew they would have to back up their pre-match actions.
Ireland’s Rugby World Cup story has only featured a cameo appearance from the All Blacks.
Ireland unforgettably faced the All Blacks in the figure of eight in 2016 in Chicago.
‘We wanted to go after them, not step away, not accept being bullied by them.’
The pre-match Māori dance is the perfect way to fire up the central nervous system.
Some New Zealand legends say the side should perform it less often.
The Lions star looked pretty nonchalant.
Warren Gatland’s men were poor again as they suffered a 22-16 defeat at Eden Park.
The Lions also sang during the ceremony.
Plus, the race for the next GAA president heats up.
Craig Dowd feels the use of the Kapa O Pango highlighted the poor preparation done by Steve Hansen’s side.
There are no plans for a choreographed response to the Haka in Thomond Park on Friday.
We spoke to Doug Howlett, Tiki Edwards and Joe Royal about the famous Māori tradition.
So passionate, the bride was moved to tears.
It’s an intense watch.
So passionate, the bride was moved to tears.
Who came out on to in The Sipi Tau v The Haka
What’s better than a cultural challenge? TWO cultural challenges!
Love them or hate them, you can’t ignore these Pacific nations.
A vital part of the game, or an unfair advantage for New Zealand?
‘Saying goodbye the way we were all brought together.’
The former All Black died in a car accident last week.
It seemed to do Ireland more good than the reigning champs.
The pre-match war dances before the Auckland Grammar v King’s College fixture were memorable.
This is one way to make the queue for the breakfast buffet enjoyable.
Supporters in Auckland were treated to a rare and unique Haka vs. Siva Tau battle.
What was your sporting highlight of the year? Here’s some of the moments we witnessed.
Okay, maybe cute more than intimidating but it’s pretty impressive from a six-year old.
The All Blacks brought out the traditional Ka Mate version of their pre-match cry.
We went minute-by minute as Joe Schmidt’s men attempted to create history against the All Blacks.
Though it usually just ends in a New Zealand victory anyway.
Ireland need to be error-free and aggressive in what would be the performances of their lives.
The Irish prop was a big fan of the rugby spectacle as a child. Those sentiments have definitely faded.
