Nonu performs solo haka before Sharks match against All Blacks
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 9:01 AM
Last updated Aug 12, 2026
Ma'a Nonu, former All Blacks player, performed a solo haka before his club side, the Sharks, faced New Zealand in Durban. This occurred prior to the All Blacks' 54-0 victory during their South Africa tour. Nonu stepped in front of his teammates after the All Blacks performed their traditional Ka Mate haka, responding with the Kapa o Pango haka. Having joined the Sharks to mentor younger players, Nonu expressed his respect for the All Blacks and fulfilled a role off the bench during the match.
- •All Blacks defeated Sharks 54-0 in Durban.
- •Nonu performed Kapa o Pango after the All Blacks' haka.
- •He joined Sharks to help develop younger players.
- •Nonu expressed pride in his response to the All Blacks.
- •Sharks coach praised Nonu's off-field impact and support.
- 9:01 AMYahoo Sports — Nonu performs solo haka in response to All Blacks
- 9:01 AMBBC Sport — Nonu performs solo haka in response to All Blacks
"Former All Blacks star Ma'a Nonu responds to the haka by performing one of his own before his club side's game with New Zealanders in Durban.
"Former All Blacks star Ma'a Nonu responds to the haka by performing one of his own before his club side's game with New Zealanders in Durban.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 12, 2026, 9:01 AMNonu performs solo haka in response to All Blacks
Former All Blacks star Ma'a Nonu responds to the haka by performing one of his own before his club side's game with New Zealanders in Durban.
- BBC SportAug 12, 2026, 9:01 AMNonu performs solo haka in response to All Blacks
Former All Blacks star Ma'a Nonu responds to the haka by performing one of his own before his club side's game with New Zealanders in Durban.
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