New Zealand All Blacks captain Scott Barrett has warned England that Joe Marler's haka jibe may have "loaded the gun" ahead of their autumn internationals clash. Marler's initial comments on social media calling the haka "ridiculous" and wanting it to be "binned" sparked controversy, with Barrett saying it's a huge part of the All Blacks' identity and unites them. England captain Jamie George has distanced himself from Marler's views, while expressing his side's desire to show passion and pride on the pitch.

Source: https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2024/nov/01/scott-barrett-all-blacks-england-joe-marler-haka-jibe