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25 Most Intense Sports of the Ancient World

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Published on Jul 23, 2012

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Although these days we have our fair share of strange and crazy sports, in the past its seems as though people really didn't hold back. As a matter of fact, many of the sports we have today find their roots somewhere on this list. Of course these days people don't generally lose their life playing soccer and most of these events would be banned in a heartbeat (so don't try these at home) but nonetheless, its good to know your history. These are the 25 most intense sports of the ancient world.

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Pankration
Fisherman's Joust
Venatio
Chariot Races
Nguni Stick Fighting
Gladiatorial Games
Papa Holua
Naumachia
Episkyros
Chunkey
Jousting
Cockfighting
Pelota Purepecha
Dogfighting
Shin Kicking
Camel Jumping
Pato
Kabaddi
Basque Pelota
Bullfighting
Muy Thai
Buzkashi
Spartan Games
Viking Skin Pulling
Ulama

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