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IPL 2026: KKR Release Mustafizur Rahman After BCCI Ruling

Originally posted on Cricketnmore  |  Last updated Jan 3, 2026 5:06 AM ET

The Kolkata Knight Riders: The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have confirmed that Bangladesh pacer Mustafizur Rahman has been released from their Indian Premier League (IPL) squad following instructions from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to do so. The call was taken amid excessive controversy and debate surrounding the player’s participation in the cash-rich event.

This article first appeared on Cricketenmore and was syndicated with permission.

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