BCCI Bars Mustafizur from IPL 2026; Ex-Cricketer Calls KKR Targeting Unfair

• BCCI directed KKR to release Mustafizur Rahman from IPL 2026 squad due to deteriorating India-Bangladesh relations.
• Former India cricketer Atul Wassan supported BCCI's decision but called targeting KKR/Shah Rukh Khan unfair, as other teams also bid.
• KKR had acquired Mustafizur for Rs 9.20 crore after a bidding war with Chennai Super Kings and Delhi Capitals.
• BCCI confirmed KKR can seek a replacement player for Mustafizur.
• KKR issued a statement confirming compliance with BCCI's instructions.

Why It Matters: BCCI removed Mustafizur Rahman from IPL 2026 due to bilateral tensions, KKR to get replacement.