England star Henry Pollock divides fans with defiant gesture during New Zealand's iconic pre-match Haka

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By WILL PICKWORTH, SPORTS REPORTER

Published: 15:51 GMT, 15 November 2025 | Updated: 15:59 GMT, 15 November 2025

Henry Pollock got England fans talking on Saturday afternoon as he licked his lips while staring down the Haka.

Steve Borthwick's side are taking on New Zealand at Twickenham, and as they faced off ahead of kick off, the All Blacks underwent the iconic pre-match ritual. 

England immediately marched forward as the ceremonial dance began and formed a semi-circle around the halfway line.

The camera then cut to several England players, who were firmly staring at their counterparts.

As it moved along to Pollock, the young star certainly got stuck into the occasion.

Pollock, who was displaying a fierce gesture and also had a smirk, began to tease his opponents by licking his lips.

Henry Pollock licked his lips as New Zealand performed the Haka pre-match on Saturday

England fans at Twickenham could be heard singing Swing Low, Sweet Chariot as they attempted to drown out the noise from the Haka.

And some fans on social media were loving Pollock's boldness, with one posting: 'Henry Pollock with his very best "put the camera on me" face during the haka.'

Another added: 'Look at Henry Pollock’s face during The Haka,' with a laughing emoji. 

A further fan said: 'Henry Pollock vs the Haka. Made for the big stage,' before an additional user quipped: 'Swing Low Sweet Chariot during the Haka. Henry Pollock's head facing the All Blacks. The two teams face to face just a few meters apart. How good it is. How beautiful it is!'

However, others were less than impressed and were quick to hit out at the 20-year-old. 

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