Cardiff commuters hear huge noise from Principality Stadium as epic moment unfolds

There was an unusual sight on top of the Principality Stadium…

By Tom Coleman · Wales Online

Published: Monday, 26 October 2026 at 12:00 PM

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A haka performance took place on the Principality Stadium roof, echoing across Cardiff ahead of Wales facing New Zealand.
Performers with Welsh and New Zealand connections performed the iconic 'Ka Mate' ritual from the stadium's roof.
New Zealand will face Wales in Cardiff on November 14 in the Autumn Nations Championship.

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Cardiff commuters and passers-by heard the sound of the haka echoing from the Principality Stadium ahead of the upcoming rugby clash between Wales and New Zealand. Performers with connections to both nations climbed to the stadium's roof to perform the iconic 'Ka Mate', celebrating the deep historic rivalry and friendship between the sides.

The display promotes the Autumn Nations Championship fixture scheduled for November 14 in Cardiff. The event was backed by David Jones, chief executive of Haka International, who highlighted the historic connection dating back to the 1905 meeting between the two nations.

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