It is named after former Menteri Besar of Johor, Tan Sri Hassan Yunus.

[3] When the stadium was built in 1964, it was only a minor venue that could accommodate 15,000 spectators.

Athletics track, floodlight masts and media infrastructure were also added, allowing the ground to host major events.

One of the major events came in 1997 when the 1997 FIFA World Youth Championship was played at the venue.

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