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From Beijing Olympics to FIFA World Cup: 5 cricketers who made a mark in multiple sports

Arunima Purohit

Suzie Bates and Jonty Rhodes [Source: @ESPNcricinfo, @LucknowIPL/X]Suzie Bates and Jonty Rhodes [Source: @ESPNcricinfo, @LucknowIPL/X]

There have been many names in the cricket universe who have made their names big by magnificent performances. However, whenever we think of cricket stars, we often imagine them playing only cricket, but some cricketers have broken the mold and have shown their talents in other fields as well.

And not just that, there are also some cricketers who have not just played other sports but have also represented their nations in those sports as well. Playing multiple sports could be a common thing, but mastering those sports is very rare.

Here are five cricketers who have played a sport other than cricket

Suzie Bates

New Zealand’s star all-rounder, Suzie Bates, is one of the greatest women cricketers to ever grace the game. She is the leading run-scorer in women’s T20I with 4716 runs in 174 innings. She is also New Zealand’s all-time leading run-scorer in ODIs with 5936 in 169 innings at an average of 38.79. However, that isn’t enough; the former New Zealand skipper has represented the nation in Women’s Basketball at the Summer Olympics 2008 in Beijing. Bates was part of the Christchurch Sirens in the Australian Women’s National Basketball League (WNBL).

Ellyse Perry

Australia’s star all-rounder, Ellyse Perry, has made her name among the best all-rounders in the world. However, as a teenager, Perry used to play football for Matilda. However, less than a month after making her debut in international cricket, she also played for the Australian team for the first time. She represented the Australian football team in the FIFA World Cup 2011.

Jonty Rhodes

The former South African cricketer, Jonty Rhodes, is the name that needs no introduction. The players who set the fielding standards so high that which is still untouchable by anyone. However, there was a reason behind that athleticism. Jonty was very fond of playing Hockey and even represented South Africa’s football team, which couldn’t qualify for the Olympic Games 1992.

Sir Vivian Richards

Sir Vivian Richards is undoubtedly one of the greatest batters in the history of cricket. His fearless approach and multiple records that he has made during his playing days are still unachievable. However, the cricket legend has also played professional football in his younger days. Viv Richards has played for Antigua and Barbuda in the qualifying matches for the FIFA World Cup 1974.