Instant Alert: Watch the epic haka that accompanied a New Zealand rugby legend's funeral

MANAGE SUBSCRIPTIONS   |   UNSUBSCRIBE   |   VIEW ONLINE   Watch the epic haka that accompanied a New Zealand rugby legend's funeral by Tony Manfred and Carl Mueller on Nov 30, 2015, 1:01 PM A public memorial service was held at Auckland's Eden Park on Monday for Jonah Lomu, a rugby legend who died at age 40, after a years-long battle with kidney disease. In a fitting send-off, Lomu's former teammates performed a haka as his coffin was carried out of the stadium. New Zealand traditionally performs the haka before matches to intimidate their opponents, though this one had a very different meaning. Story by Tony Manfred and editing by Carl Mueller INSIDER is on Facebook: Follow us here SEE ALSO: A teacher perfectly explained what teachers do all day   Share the latest business news with your network: Email sent to:   |   Manage your email preferences   |   Unsubscribe Terms of Service   |   Privacy Policy Business Insider. 150 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10011