The ultimate quiz on cricket's multi-sport athletes

Cricket may not be the most physically demanding sport, and by extension several cricketers may not be classed as elite athletes (although, with every passing generation, this likely becomes less and less true).

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Of course, that does not stop truly elite athletes from taking up cricket. Indeed, those featured in this quiz have not only taken up cricket but also played other sports at various levels. One of them lifted a junior world title in a non-cricketing sport just last night (July 19, 2025), and several others are Olympic medallists (cricket has only ever featured once at the Olympics).

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Some cricketers are advantaged by their environment. For example, the school systems in England and South Africa provide youngsters with avenues to several different sports. Irrespective, it is no mean feat to excel in multiple sports.

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This is not an exhaustive list by any means, just a small selection of some very talented players. How well do you know them?

Last updated on July 20, 2025.

The ultimate quiz on cricket's multi-sport athletes

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