The Toronto Blue Jays are celebrating baseball’s bat and ball sporting cousin on Saturday, June 24 with Cricket Day at the Park, as the team takes on the Oakland Athletics (4:07 p.m.). The inaugural event features a first-of-its-kind Blue Jays Replica Cricket Jersey giveaway (first 15,000 fans; image here) and a visit from Jamaican cricket superstar, Chris Gayle.
Known worldwide as ‘The Universe Boss’ for his prolific power with the bat, Gayle holds countless international records across all three cricket formats, most notably at Twenty20 for the West Indies. The generational batsman’s visit to Toronto includes batting practice with the team and throwing out the ceremonial first pitch, among other pregame activities.
Gayle will be joined at batting practice by former Cricket Canada men’s captain, Rizwan Cheema, and current national team members Hiba Shamshad, Harsh Thaker, and Saad Zafar. Additionally, fans can explore a Cricket Canada memorabilia display at section 127, showcasing iconic moments, memorabilia, and offering the opportunity to learn more about the game, while Cricket Canada athletes will participate in a postgame ticketed autograph session.
That’s not all…fans can join in the cricket fun with batting and bowling simulators at section 536, as well a design your own cricket bat kids craft corner at section 239. For the foodies, the Outfield District is serving up a specialty snack and drink – samosas and Dark & Stormy cocktails.
Celebrate and learn more about one of the most popular sports in the world while enjoying Blue Jays baseball. Tickets and event information are available at bluejays.com/tickets.