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Ellyse Perry is one of Australia's most famous sportswomen, making her debut for the national cricket and soccer teams at the age of 16. Dan Mullan/Getty Images Europe/Getty Images
Perry started playing both football and cricket as a six-year-old, alongside her older brother. Coached by her father in cricket, she impressed competing against local boys. Dan Mullan/Getty Images Europe/Getty Images
Perry, who bowls and bats, was a key member of the one-day team which won the 2013 World Cup in Bangladesh. Charlie Crowhurst/Getty Images Europe/Getty Images
The 24-year-old has a range of sponsorships and endorsements which keeps her in the spotlight. Robert Cianflone/Getty Images AsiaPac/Getty Images
In August 2014, Perry announced her engagement with Australia rugby international Matt Toomua. Joosep Martinson/Getty Images AsiaPac/Getty Images
Perry met the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge upon their visit to Australia during the men's Cricket World Cup. Perry, along with former fast-bowler Glenn McGrath, spent time with the British royal couple in Sydney. WPA Pool/Getty Images AsiaPac/Getty Images
Perry starred for the Matildas -- Australia's national soccer team -- at the 2011 World Cup, reaching the quarterfinals. Paul Kane/Getty Images AsiaPac/Getty Images
She scored a stunning goal against Sweden, but Australia lost 3-1 to miss out on a semifinal place. Friedemann Vogel/Getty Images Europe/Getty Images
Perry missed the 2015 tournament in Canada after failing to recover from injury. Australia again lost in the quarterfinals, this time to eventual finalist Japan. Christof Koepsel/Getty Images Europe/Getty Images
Perry has won three Twenty20 World Cups with the Southern Stars, as well as the 50-over version. Her all-round game makes her one of the most valuable players on the circuit. Scott Barbour/Getty Images AsiaPac/Getty Images
In domestic football, Perry has played for Central Coast Mariners, Canberra United and Sydney FC. Matt Blyth/Getty Images AsiaPac/Getty Images
