I actually quite like American Football. It's quite an entertaining game. Far, far too many breaks and messing about though. Also the presence of impact armour makes it less dangerous than rugby. There are a number of players who have played both and all say that rugby is much tougher.

Rugby Tackles

I also think Aussie Rules is tougher than both - just for the sheer numbers of fights which even the referees seem to sit back and enjoy watching.

Football (I don't use the S word) is a prima donna's game. But it is also a tougher game than many americans think.

Bad Football Tackles and Other Unsporting Behaviour

Quote Originally Posted by Papewaio View Post
Cricket. Bodyline. Bouncers. Broken Ribs. Collapsed hearts. Playing in Pakistan. Imagine playing baseball with a field hockey ball, and pitching the ball at the man is considered normal. Another game which I didn't enjoy so much playing as watching.
Also you may have to stand in the blazing heat for 8 hours facing 300 balls bowled at your head and balls and 90mph.