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Bangladesh Blocks Mustafizur Rahman’s IPL Participation Amid Rising India Tensions
Dhaka, Bangladesh – The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has revoked the No Objection Certificate (NOC) for fast bowler Mustafizur Rahman to participate in the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL). This decision comes after the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) released Rahman following a directive from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), citing “recent developments” in Bangladesh.
Sources suggest the move is linked to escalating political tensions between India and Bangladesh. Mustafizur Rahman who was acquired by KKR for Rs 9.20 crore, expressed disappointment at the decision, stating “If they release me, what can I do?”.
The BCB’s action effectively bars Rahman from the IPL, regardless of any potential reversal of KKR’s decision.
Further fueling speculation of strained relations, reports indicate that Bangladesh may not participate in the T20 World Cup 2026 if it is hosted in India. Initially, the BCB considered writing to the ICC and BCCI about security concerns, but changed plans after a recent board meeting.
BCCI Joint Secretary Devajit Saikia confirmed the directive to KKR, stating that the franchise is permitted to name a replacement for Rahman as the tournament start date approaches. The BCCI did not elaborate on the exact nature of the events happening in Bangladesh to be held as the cause for the decision.
The developments cast a shadow over cricketing relations between the two nations and raise questions about the future of Bangladeshi players’ involvement in the IPL.
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