Thousands of individuals performed the ‘Ka Mate’ Haka on Sunday in Auckland, New Zealand to reclaim the title for the country.
In a big relief for the country at large, New Zealand was able to reclaim the Guinness World Record for the largest mass Haka on Sunday.
The Eden Park rugby stadium is commonly referred to as the country’s national stadium. It is the home ground of the country’s national rugby union team, nicknamed the All Blacks.The vigorous dance form was performed by over 6,400 people on Sunday at the Eden Park rugby stadium to reclaim the record.Haka is a traditional dance performed by the Māori people; it involves a mix of vigorous body movements, facial expressions, and chanting.
The history of ‘Ka Mate’ dates back to almost 200 years, when Ngati Toa Chief Te Rauparaha performed it.
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