Ireland leave fans gobsmacked with incredible response to New Zealand's iconic Haka.
But Ireland 's fans were already cheering for their side before the game got underway, as the home side opted to counter the Haka in an impressive manner.
As the All Blacks performed the traditional Māori performance that involves chanting, rhythmic movements, and facial expressions, Ireland stood in a line as expected. The ritual received a mixed reception from the crowd, with boos being heard from corners of the Aviva.I played under malicious Eddie Jones for England and Danny Care's verdict is accurateIreland's players advanced before ending up in a U-shape.I captained the Wallabies at a World Cup but now I'm on the run from policeMeet New Zealand's rising star tipped to dislodge 91-cap star and become all-time greatA third added: "Respect to Ireland. Marvellous response to the Haka.
Ireland were out for revenge following their Rugby World Cup quarter-final defeat at the hands of the All Blacks in Paris last October.
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