<p>"Yuvraj is currently collaborating with Oakley designers on his first Signature Series sunglasses, and a sneak peek of the new designs will be available during the 2011 ICC World Cup," a company statement today.<br /><br />Going into the World Cup opening match between India and Bangladesh in Dhaka tomorrow, Yuvraj said he would rely on his favorite Oakley design, RADAR® sunglasses for the comfort, protection and clarity.<br /><br />"I have always been a fan of Oakley, and I am extremely excited to become part of the Oakley family," said Yuvraj, a longtime devotee of the company's unrivaled innovation.<br />"The brand stands for high standards in eyewear technology. It's an honour for me to be the brand ambassador for Oakley in India," he added.<br /><br />Elaborating on Yuvraj's choice of sunglasses, the company statement said this is "a single-lens sport design that would enable him to change the lens in seconds and match his vision to light conditions for optimal performance".<br /><br />Oakley senior vice president for global marketing and brand development, Scott Bowers, added, "We are honoured to have Yuvraj join the Oakley family.<br /><br />"He is a powerful athlete with a colourful personality, and he has captured the hearts of a nation through his prowess on the cricket field. His blend of talent and outgoing style is a perfect match for Oakley, a company that innovates to achieve the best of performance technology and shape it with the art of true originality."<br /><br />Oakley sponsors professional athletes in over two-dozen sports internationally.<br />"Yuvraj and other cricketers have utilised Oakley's sport performance eyewear for years. However, Yuvraj is the first Indian cricketer to become a member of the Oakley team. As such, he will have access to all the latest in Oakley innovation," the statement said.</p>
<p>"Yuvraj is currently collaborating with Oakley designers on his first Signature Series sunglasses, and a sneak peek of the new designs will be available during the 2011 ICC World Cup," a company statement today.<br /><br />Going into the World Cup opening match between India and Bangladesh in Dhaka tomorrow, Yuvraj said he would rely on his favorite Oakley design, RADAR® sunglasses for the comfort, protection and clarity.<br /><br />"I have always been a fan of Oakley, and I am extremely excited to become part of the Oakley family," said Yuvraj, a longtime devotee of the company's unrivaled innovation.<br />"The brand stands for high standards in eyewear technology. It's an honour for me to be the brand ambassador for Oakley in India," he added.<br /><br />Elaborating on Yuvraj's choice of sunglasses, the company statement said this is "a single-lens sport design that would enable him to change the lens in seconds and match his vision to light conditions for optimal performance".<br /><br />Oakley senior vice president for global marketing and brand development, Scott Bowers, added, "We are honoured to have Yuvraj join the Oakley family.<br /><br />"He is a powerful athlete with a colourful personality, and he has captured the hearts of a nation through his prowess on the cricket field. His blend of talent and outgoing style is a perfect match for Oakley, a company that innovates to achieve the best of performance technology and shape it with the art of true originality."<br /><br />Oakley sponsors professional athletes in over two-dozen sports internationally.<br />"Yuvraj and other cricketers have utilised Oakley's sport performance eyewear for years. However, Yuvraj is the first Indian cricketer to become a member of the Oakley team. As such, he will have access to all the latest in Oakley innovation," the statement said.</p>