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The All Blacks hakas, Ka Mate, or Kapa O Pango, not the only hakas performed before internatonal sporting events. The countries of Samoa, Fiji, and Tonga also have there own war dances that they perform before interational rugby games.

The Fijians perform the Cibi. Back in the day, when there used to be inter-tribal wars, the Cibi would be performed on a successful return to the village. It was meant to inspire the troops, but was performed with more vigour and heart in front of the women when they returned from fighting.

The Samoans perform the Siva Tau.  The Siva Tau translated in english is…….

The Manu Samoa, may you succeed in your mission
The Manu Samoa, here I come
There is no other Manu (team) anywhere
Here I come completely prepared
My strength is at its peak
Make way and move aside
Because this Manu is unique
The Manu Samoa
The Manu Samoa
The Manu Samoa reigns from Samoa

Before the Tongan national rugby team play a test match they perform the Sipi Tau. The Sipi Tau was written specifically for the Tongan team. It warns the oppisition of the intentions of the Tongans.