RUCK\u2019s WhatsApp community here<\/a>\u00a0and get the latest news sent straight to your messages.<\/p>\nIreland\u2019s haka response<\/p>\n
As the All Blacks lined up to perform the haka, Ireland\u2019s travelling support sang in unison, creating what many described as a \u201chome atmosphere\u201d despite being over 9,000 miles from Dublin.<\/p>\n
The moment quickly went viral on social media, with fans split over whether it was a brilliant show of support or an unnecessary attempt to disrupt one of rugby\u2019s most iconic traditions.<\/p>\n
Unfortunately for Ireland, the contest that followed could hardly have gone worse.<\/p>\n
New Zealand raced into an early lead and never looked back, producing one of their finest World Cup displays to demolish Joe Schmidt\u2019s side\u00a046-14\u00a0and end Ireland\u2019s tournament at the quarter-final stage once again.<\/p>\n
By the opening 10 minutes, the All Blacks had already taken control, with tries flowing as they overwhelmed Ireland in every department.<\/p>\n
Steve Hansen\u2019s reaction<\/p>\n
After the match, then All Blacks head coach\u00a0Steve Hansen\u00a0was asked about the deafening noise created by the Irish supporters.<\/p>\n
Rather than criticising the fans, Hansen praised the atmosphere.<\/p>\n
\u201cThey don\u2019t mind travelling for a party,\u201d Hansen said.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt was sort of like a home match for them. Kiwis are quieter. We don\u2019t mind a party but we\u2019re not as boisterous.\u201d<\/p>\n
While Hansen refused to suggest the singing had motivated his players, many supporters felt the atmosphere only added to New Zealand\u2019s intensity before kick-off.<\/p>\n
EDITORS PICKS:<\/p>\n
The five most legendary Haka\u2019s of all-time (Ranked)<\/p>\n
From World Cup finals to unforgettable encounters, some performances have transcended rugby itself. These are the five greatest Haka moments of all time, ranked for their intensity, significance and lasting impact.<\/p>\n
5 2023 World Cup final<\/p>\n
Carrying the weight of a rivalry that stretched back decades, the 2023 World Cup final Haka set the tone for New Zealand\u2019s battle with South Africa in Paris.<\/p>\n
The All Blacks delivered Kapa o Pango with fierce intensity, directing their challenge at a side renowned for physicality and resilience. Although the result did not go their way, the performance captured the emotion, pride and pressure of rugby\u2019s biggest occasion.<\/p>\n
4 2017 Women\u2019s World Cup final<\/p>\n
A historic night in Belfast began with the Black Ferns delivering a Haka filled with purpose before their World Cup final against England. New Zealand\u2019s performance reflected the unity and confidence of a team chasing another world title.<\/p>\n
More than a traditional challenge, it represented the culture and identity behind the jersey. The intensity of the moment perfectly matched the occasion before the Black Ferns produced a memorable championship victory.<\/p>\n
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