Yes, Shoaib Akhtar played in the Indian Premier League (IPL).
Shoaib Akhtar, known as the "Rawalpindi Express," had a brief stint in the inaugural season of the IPL in 2008. He played only one match for the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). Despite his limited participation, his presence generated considerable excitement due to his reputation as one of the fastest bowlers in cricket history. He made a memorable impact in that single game, taking 4 wickets. Due to various circumstances and controversies, he did not participate in the IPL beyond the 2008 season.
