Video - Wild India: From Sati to Polo Elephants and Gully Cricket!

Did you know that in ancient India, people used to perform a ritual called "Sati," where widows self-immolated on their husband's funeral pyre? Talk about taking "till death do us part" to the next level! And in the 18th century, Indian rulers would sometimes hold elaborate festivals featuring live elephants playing polo. Imagine a pachyderm scoring a goal—now that's a trunk show! Also, during the British Raj, a man named Sir John Summerset invented the game of "Gully Cricket" to entertain bored soldiers, which is basically cricket's wild cousin! Who knew boredom could lead to such a fun sport? Got any crazy Indian history facts? Share in the comments!