Hyderabad, Apr 25: Zeecric Bureau Pakistan's all-rounder Shahid Afridi, who fetched the highest bid price for a Pakistani player of USD 675,000 didn't agree with the concept of skimpily clad cheerleaders dancing during matches, terming it 'a big distraction' for players.

Afridi, a devout Muslim, said, "I wouldn't support it but I am playing cricket in the IPL and I just want to concentrate on that the rest is up to the organisers," he said.

Afridi also said the IPL had a lot to live up to because of the successful way the Indian Cricket League had held its tournament.

"The IPL has got off well and I think obviously to succeed they have to put on a better show than the ICL," he added.

The man known for his 'Devil may care attitude' at the crease, said that he was already enjoying his time with the Deccan Chargers team.

"I love being in Hyderabad. And I think since the Hyderabad Heroes won the ICL, the people of Hyderabad expect us to win the IPL and that is a big challenge for us," said the heartthrob, who commands a sizeable female fan following on either side of the border.