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The situation around Mustafizur Rahman has taken a dramatic turn as growing tensions between India and Bangladesh reverberate across the cricketing world. Rahman’s participation in the IPL turned into a full-blown controversy involving the cricket boards and authorities of both countries.
BCB revokes Mustafizur Rahman’s NOC, excludes him from IPL 2026
After the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) released Mustafizur Rahman following the BCCI’s order regarding political pressure, the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) responded with a strong and final decision.
As protests grow in India over attacks on Hindu minorities in Bangladesh, the BCB has looked into the issue at the highest level. As reported by Cricbuzz, the Bangladesh Cricket Board held a meeting involving senior board officials and authorities concerned.
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Following the discussion, the BCB decided to cancel Rahman’s no-objection certificate (NOC) for IPL 2026 with immediate effect. The board felt that the current situation is not safe enough for the left-arm pacer to travel or participate in the IPL 2026.
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KKR’s U-turn won’t matter: BCB slams the door on Mustafizur’s IPL comeback
The Bangladesh Cricket Board has also made its position very clear going forward. Even if Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) changes its mind or tries to bring Mustafizur back later, the Bangladesh fast bowler will not be allowed to play in the IPL under the current circumstances.
With the NOC withdrawing from the BCB, Mustafizur Rahman’s IPL 2026 campaign is not only officially over, but there is also no way for him to play for KRR in the tournament, at least in the upcoming season.
What can I do? Shattered Mustafizur
Earlier, Mustafizur Rahman had expressed his disappointment over his release by KKR. The left-arm pacer reportedly told BDCricTime: “If they release me, what can I do? »
Notably, Kolkata Knight Riders signed Mustafizur for INR 9.20 crore after an intense bidding war with Chennai Super Kings and Delhi Capitals during the IPL 2026 auction last month. He has already played for Sunrisers Hyderabad, Mumbai Indians, Delhi Capitals, Chennai Super Kings, Rajasthan Royals and KKR in the tournament.
BCB seeks answers from BCCI on Mustafizur’s IPL exit
There is growing disbelief within the BCB about how quickly the situation has changed. They were earlier confident of a positive relationship with India and had even announced a schedule for an India tour, but the sudden cancellation of Rahman’s IPL contract left the board confused.
BCB officials are now awaiting a clear explanation from the BCCI to understand why this decision was taken. A BCB source was quoted by PTI on condition of anonymity: “The BCB announced the schedule for India’s tour of Bangladesh because there was a feeling of positivity, but now we need to get an official confirmation from the Indian board as to why Mustafizur’s contract was cancelled. So far, the BCCI has not communicated anything officially to the BCB.
