A plethora of players focus on becoming the master of just one game rather than being the jack of other sports. They work extremely hard day and night to excel in just one sport. However, we have seen many instances where cricketers have worked hard to represent their nation in other sports as well, apart from cricket. This showcased their talent and ability to adapt to the requirements of the sport.
In this article, we will discuss the top three cricketers who have represented their nation in more than one sport at the international level and have excelled in it.
3. Yuzvendra Chahal
Team India spinner Yuzi Chahal represented the nation in chess tournaments at the international level during his childhood days. The 34-year-old cricketer won the National Under-12 Championship in Kolkata while he made his appearance in the Asian and World Under-12 Junior Championship in 2022. The ace spinner is still listed on the World Chess Federation's site. The Haryana-born star has showcased his love for tennis and shared his childhood images of playing chess on his social media platforms.
2. Sir Vivian Richards
The former West Indies cricketer is known as one of the best batters of the 20th century. The 73-year-old cricketer played a huge role in guiding his nation to win the 1975 and 1979 World Cups. He was also part of the 1983 World Cup, where the West Indies made it to the finals before Team India defeated them. However, Richards also played football for Antigua and Barbuda in FIFA World Cup qualifier matches back in 1974 and was one of the best football players of that era.
1. Ellyse Perry
Australian all-rounder Perry made her international debut before turning 17 and was the highest wicket-taker in the T20 World Cup back in 2010. She has played a huge role in taking her nation's game to the epitome of the level with her batting and bowling performances.
However, Perry played football for Matilda in her childhood days, and less than a month after making her mark in her international debut, she also made her appearance on the Australian football team. Notably, the Aussie sensation was part of the FIFA World Cup 2011.
