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Watch: Kiwis league stars treated to passionate haka by young fans

October 25, 2017

At an official World Cup welcome ceremony in Auckland the Kiwis were given a special welcome by fans. (Source: Other)

The New Zealand Kiwis were welcomed by a fierce haka performed by Rowandale School students today at the Karanga Plaza at Wynyard Quarter in Auckland.

The Kiwis were joined by the Toa Samoa team as part of an official Rugby League World Cup welcoming ceremony before their clash at Mt Smart Stadium on Saturday.

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