CRICKET
A former Australian fast bowler, Gillespie embraced a vegan lifestyle in 2014, following his father's heart attack. He has since transitioned into a respected cricket coach.
A former Australian international fast bowler, Siddle adopted a plant-based diet under the influence of his partner Anna, who refused to cook animal products at home.
A former Australian cricket captain and pioneer in adopting a vegan lifestyle, Chappell's decision was influenced by the loss of his father to a heart attack in 1984.
The Australian keeper is another prominent vegan cricketer who made the switch after being moved by a field of lambs that reminded him of his pet dog.
The Australian leg spinner is famously vegan and attributes his dietary shift to the influence of his partner and father.