Mustafizur Rahman Joins PSL After KKR Release Amidst Bangladesh Protests

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Moneycontrol•07-01-2026, 10:04
Mustafizur Rahman Joins PSL After KKR Release Amidst Bangladesh Protests
- •Bangladesh quick Mustafizur Rahman will play in the upcoming Pakistan Super League (PSL) after being released by Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) from the IPL.
- •His release from KKR followed "massive outrage" and protests by politicians and spiritual leaders in Bangladesh.
- •The protests were reportedly linked to recent killings of Hindus in Bangladesh.
- •Mustafizur was acquired by KKR for Rs 9.20 crore in the mini-auction after a bidding war.
- •The next PSL edition, starting March-April, will clash with IPL dates; the PSL draft is on January 21.
Why It Matters: Mustafizur Rahman moves to PSL after controversial IPL release due to protests in Bangladesh.
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