Mustafizur Rahman, the Bangladesh seamer, has made the switch from the IPL to the Pakistan Super League (PSL) after being released from the Kolkata Knight Riders’ team for the IPL 2026 season. This move comes after Rahman’s expulsion from the Indian Premier League, which has sparked controversy in the cricketing world. The PSL draft is scheduled for January 21, where Rahman will mark his return to the league after an eight-year absence. He previously represented Lahore Qalandars in the PSL and will now join the HBL PSL 11.
The decision to expel Rahman from the IPL was made in response to communal violence in Bangladesh, leading to concerns about the safety of Bangladeshi players. As a result, Bangladesh has requested to play their T20 World Cup matches in Sri Lanka. Rahman’s exclusion from the IPL has raised political tensions, with developments expected in the lead-up to the T20 World Cup. The PSL is set to begin on March 23, with Rahman being a highly sought-after player due to his T20 experience. The situation surrounding Rahman’s exclusion and potential sanctions against the BCCI or the BCB is likely to remain a topic of discussion in the coming weeks.
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