Shoaib Akhtar signs with Indian Premier League
Pakistan Times Sports Desk

RAWALPINDI: Pakistan paceman Shoaib Akhtar has signed a lucrative deal with Indian Premier League, saying Pakistan officials have agreed to let him play.

"After I received permission from the Pakistan Cricket Board, I have signed a contract to play for the Indian Premier League and it will be an honour to play in India," Akhtar told a foreign news agency.

The "Rawalpindi Express" will be available for selection for Pakistan's tour to India next month.
Akhtar said he looked forward to playing in India.

"My goal is to play for Pakistan and help them win in India. That comes first and after that it will be exciting to play in the league," he said.●