Kane Richardson to Greg Chapple: 5 Australian cricketers who are vegan

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.