KKR lets Mustafizur Rahman go amid tensions with Bangladesh

Updated On: 04 January, 2026 08:19 AM IST | Guwahati | Agencies

The pressure had been mounting on the BCCI over Rahman’s participation after the recent killing of a Hindu man in the country. The criticism has also extended to KKR co-owner Shah Rukh Khan with some BJP politicians questioning the call

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KKR acquired Mustafizur Rahman for Rs 9.2 crore. Pic/Getty Images

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The Indian Cricket Board (BCCI) has asked Kolkata Knight Riders to release Bangladesh pacer Mustafizur Rahman from its squad ahead of the IPL’s 2026 edition amid the growing strain in bilateral ties between the two countries. KKR had acquired the services of the 30-year-old left-armer for Rs 9.2 crore from a base price of Rs 2 crore after an intense bidding war with Chennai Super Kings and Delhi Capitals.

Mustafizur Rahman and Shah Rukh Khan