Former Pakistan fast Bowler Shoaib Akhtar said he will not take part in the Sri Lankan Premier League, since he wishes to Focus on his business. He added "The matter is that I have started a business and it requires a lot of time. So I would not be able to take part in Sri Lankan Premier League."

The first edition of the

, hosted by SriLanka's cricket Board, will be played from July 19 to August 4.

Sri Lankan Premier LeagueAkhtar retired at the age of 35 during the ICC CWC 2011