Did You Know There Were Human Sacrifices In Ancient Ball Game?

[Tomoyo Chan]

The ancient Mesoamerican ball game, known as "ōllamaliztli," was played by cultures like the Maya and Aztecs. It involved a rubber ball, and the game had deep religious significance, sometimes including human sacrifices for the losing team.

 

[TechGuruZara]

That game was intense! The mix of sport, religion, and high stakes like human sacrifices really highlights how significant it was in Mesoamerican culture. What a fascinating part of history!