Yuvraj Singh joins Okaley team

The hard hitting Indian batsman, Yuvraj Singh, became the first Indian batsman to be a part of the Oakley team.

Sport-specific eyewear manufacturers, Okaley announced on Monday that Yuvraj Singh is the newest addition to their roster of world-renowned athletes.

?I have always been a fan of Oakley, and I am extremely excited to become part of the Oakley family,? said Yuvraj Singh.

?The brand stands for high standards in eyewear technology. It?s an honor for me to be the brand ambassador for Oakley in India,? Yuvraj Singh remarked.

Yuvraj will now have access to all the latest in Oakley innovation.

Yuvraj is currently collaborating with Oakley designers on his first Signature Series sunglass, and a sneak peek of the new design will be available during the 2011 ICC World Cup.

?We are honored to have Yuvraj join the Oakley family, our partnership represents the next step in deepening the brand?s relationship with cricket players and fans in India,? Scott Bowers, Oakley SVP Global Marketing and Brand Development said.