Rassie Erasmus Reveals How Tony Brown Changed Springboks' Perspective on the Haka

Respect the All Black haka, says Rassie: ‘It’s an honour’

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has called for silent respect for the All Blacks’ haka when his charges face New Zealand at Ellis Park in the first Test of the Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry on Saturday.

Rassie Erasmus reveals how Tony Brown changed Springboks' perspective on the Haka

Ahead of the series opener in Johannesburg, Rassie Erasmus explains why attempting to neutralise the Haka is pointless and why the Boks now look forward to facing it.

Rassie reveals Boks’ new Haka mindset, calls on Ellis Park crowd to embrace war cry

Rassie Erasmus says the Springboks have changed their approach to the All Blacks' Haka and now see it as an honour rather than something to counter.

Springboks forced to apologise after controversial response to All Blacks haka

The Springboks and All Blacks renew rugby’s greatest rivalry at Ellis Park today – two years after South African Rugby was forced to apologise over a controversial incident involving the haka at the same stadium. The two giants meet in Johannesburg in the opening Test of their blockbuster four-match series, with the fixture returning to a ground steeped in history between the nations. But their 2024 meeting at Ellis Park also produced controvers…

Rassie on haka, All Blacks resurgence

In the latest episode of Rassie on Alles, Rassie Erasmus, Deon Davids and Mzwandile Stick emphasised the Springboks’ respect for the world champions’ greatest rivals. WATCH: Rennie on Boks’ breakdown grievances Tomorrow, the #Springboks face the All Blacks in the first Test of #RugbysGreatestRivalry, and in this episode of ‘Rassie on Alles’, the Bok coaches talk about an age-old tradition 🫡#ForeverGreenForeverGold pic.twitter.com/Jb3KZ55ECQ — …

Rassie Erasmus reflects on All Blacks rivalry and the meaning of the haka

Rassie Erasmus has opened up about the fierce Springboks-All Blacks rivalry, explaining the significance of the haka and admitting, ‘I'm nervous’ ahead of the clash.