The Canada Super 60 cricket league received a spectacular welcome during Vancouver Whitecaps FC’s home fixture against St. Louis CITY SC at BC Place, turning heads across the sporting community. The highlight of the evening was a symbolic T-shirt and jersey exchange between two global sports icons: Indian cricket legend Yuvraj Singh and German football star Thomas Müller.
Yuvraj Singh, a two-time World Cup winner and cancer survivor, plays a pivotal role in the Canada Super 60. Known for his cricketing brilliance and inspirational journey, Yuvraj shared his admiration for the Whitecaps’ stellar MLS season.
“It was truly special to meet Thomas Müller and share our mutual passion for sport,” he said. Müller, a FIFA World Cup champion and key figure for Whitecaps FC, expressed interest in the upcoming cricket league and lauded Yuvraj’s achievements both on and off the field, wishing the team success for the inaugural tournament.
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The jersey exchange, conducted in front of a packed BC Place crowd, showcased Vancouver’s growing reputation as a global sporting hub. Whitecaps FC, one of Canada’s most recognized football clubs, consistently draws passionate, multicultural audiences, and their collaboration with Canada Super 60 reflects a spirit of cross-sport camaraderie.
Yuvraj Singh With Thomas Muller At Canada 60. ♥️ pic.twitter.com/oMDS8XeYWT
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The first edition of the Canada Super 60 will be hosted from October 8th to 13th, 2025, at the iconic BC Place Stadium, marking the venue’s debut in professional cricket. Notably, the league will feature both men’s and women’s competitions from the outset, emphasising inclusivity and international standards.
Abhishek Shah, Founder and Chairman of Canada Super 60, said, “We are extremely thankful to Whitecaps FC and Thomas Müller for giving us such a warm welcome. Moments like these strengthen our partnerships and help us showcase Vancouver as a world-class sporting city.”
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Aditi Bhatt, Chief Commercial Officer of Whitecaps FC, added, “Having Yuvraj Singh at our match was inspiring. We are excited to support Canada Super 60 and confident that football and cricket together will enhance Vancouver’s sporting culture.”
This star-studded interaction underscores the global appeal of cricket and football, setting the stage for the exciting debut of Canada Super 60 in one of North America’s premier sports arenas.
