Watch: Ma’a Nonu delivers incredible solo Haka in response to the All Blacks

On Tuesday evening, All Blacks legend Ma’a Nonu delivered one of the most incredible haka’s the rugby world is ever likely to see.

Standing in front of the entire New Zealand matchday squad, the 44-year-old faced down his national side, wearing the black and white of the Durban-based Sharks.

His haka, in response to the All Blacks‘, was cheered on with the bubbling anticipation of the South African crowd, aware of the history they were witnessing.

Watch the clip here:

Ma’a Nonu responds to the Haka on behalf of the Sharks. Epic. #AllBlacks #Sharks pic.twitter.com/XH6xzbRK7D

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Ma’a Nonu responds to the Haka pic.twitter.com/9nTPf4MTTL

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Nonu only arrived at the Sharks a week ago and was primarily employed to mentor and develop their younger players, but with multiple injuries in the squad, his expertise was needed on the field.

Some critics argued that Nonu’s inclusion in this match actually hindered the development of those he had come in to help, but head coach JP Piertersen insisted: “This is our strongest team.”

He added: “It’s great he’s here with us and giving our young boys just a feel of what the All Blacks may give to them. He’s slotted in like he was here for a long time and the boys love him.