Origins and History of the Haka
One of the most widely known haka is "Ka Mate" composed by Ngāti Toa chief Te Rauparaha around 1820. Today, it is frequently performed by New Zealand sports teams and individuals when travelling overseas. The All Blacks have given "Ka Mate" its greatest global exposure, performing it before their Test matches for more than a century. It has become one of the most distinctive and recognisable features of the team.
