Top 29 of the Most Dangerous Sports in the World, From Sky Diving to Heli-Skiing

Bull Riding

No matter how well-prepared a bull rider is, most of their fate depends on the bull; therefore, it's not always simple to stay on for eight seconds. A professional bull rider named Mike Lee once said, "You never know what you're going to get." The largest and most deadly bulls can be calm on occasion. On other days, the smaller bulls pose the greatest threat.

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The World Health Organization's Helmet Initiative reports that each year, professional bull riding causes one or two fatalities and several spinal or brain injuries. Even with a head injury, Lee declared, "This is the greatest sport alive, and I live for those eight seconds."Keep reading below.

Polo

Polo players strive to smash a ball at least six feet below them while mounted on one of the sturdiest animals still roaming the earth. What could possibly go wrong? Competitors must first become proficient in horseback riding and the logistics of the game, which involve timing the swing of the mallet.

The animal's innate tendencies add an additional risk factor, similar to bull riding. Although horses are simpler to teach and ultimately form a bond with than bulls, they can still become frightened, which might cause the animal to knock someone over and cause injuries ranging from broken bones to concussions.Keep reading below.