The Canada Super 60 cricket league was warmly welcomed by Vancouver Whitecaps FC during their home match against St. Louis CITY SC at BC Place. The event featured a special jersey and T-shirt exchange between two global sports stars: Indian cricket legend Yuvraj Singh, a two-time World Cup winner and cancer survivor involved with Canada Super 60, and German football star Thomas Müller, FIFA World Cup winner and key player for Whitecaps FC.
Yuvraj, a big soccer fan, praised the Whitecaps for their great season and wished the team all the best for the future.
“It was amazing to meet Thomas Müller and talk about our shared love for sports,” Yuvraj said. Müller, in return, expressed interest in the upcoming Canada Super 60 and admired Yuvraj’s impressive accomplishments on and off the field, wishing him and his team all the best for the league’s launch.
The jersey swap happened in front of a full home crowd, exciting fans in Vancouver and BC Place ahead of October’s big sports event.
Whitecaps FC is one of Canada’s most famous football clubs and an important part of Vancouver’s sports scene. They play in Major League Soccer (MLS) and regularly attract large crowds at BC Place. The club is known for its passionate and diverse fan base. By helping welcome the Canada Super 60, the Whitecaps show how sports can bring people together and highlight Vancouver as an important city for international sports.
The first Canada Super 60 will take place from October 8–13, 2025, at BC Place Stadium. This will be the stadium’s first time hosting professional cricket. The league will feature both men’s and women’s competitions from the start, showing a commitment to inclusivity and world-class standards.
Abhishek Shah, Founder and Chairman, Canada Super 60, said:
“We are very grateful to Whitecaps FC and Thomas Müller for welcoming us so warmly. It was amazing to see Müller and Yuvraj together at BC Place, one of Canada’s most famous sports venues. We truly appreciate these special moments and the support from our partners. We look forward to working with Whitecaps FC to continue this momentum and help make Vancouver one of the top sporting cities in the world.”
Aditi Bhatt, Chief Commercial Officer, Whitecaps FC, said:
“We are thrilled to bring cricket to our city and BC Place. Having the legendary Yuvraj Singh at our match, cheering for the team, was truly inspiring. We fully support Canada Super 60 and believe that football and cricket, two of the world’s most popular sports, will help grow the sporting culture in Vancouver and across Canada.”
FAQ
What event did Yuvraj Singh and Thomas Müller attend?
They attended a Whitecaps FC event in Vancouver celebrating the Canada Super 60 initiative.
What did Yuvraj Singh and Thomas Müller do at the event?
They exchanged jerseys as a gesture of mutual respect and sportsmanship.
Why is this jersey exchange significant?
It symbolizes the coming together of cricket and football, promoting sports culture in Canada.
Where did the event take place?
The event was held at BC Place in Vancouver.
What is the Canada Super 60 initiative?
It is a program aimed at promoting cricket in Canada and engaging communities with the sport.
