Codie Taylor leads New Zealand in Haka against South Africa

New Zealand captain Codie Taylor performed the Haka ahead of the match against South Africa on Saturday, September 12, 2026. This appearance marked the first time Taylor has led the traditional challenge in his capacity as captain. The performance took place in front of a live crowd in the United States. While the match between the two sides is underway, the pre-game tradition served as a focal point for attendees. Taylor assumed the leadership role for the ritual as part of the formal opening proceedings. No further details regarding the ongoing match status or final score were provided by the report.