Mustafizur Rahman Withdrawn from PSL 2026 Due to Injury Concerns
Mustafizur Rahman, Ousted From IPL Due To Bangladesh Conflict, Cannot Even Play PSL. Here's Why
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Bangladesh pace bowler Mustafizur Rahman has been withdrawn from the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2026 season following an injury assessment by the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB). He will undergo rehabilitation while the BCB focuses on preparing players for the upcoming Test series against Pakistan.
- 01Mustafizur Rahman will not participate in PSL 2026 due to injury management.
- 02Nahid Rana has also been denied release for PSL 2026 to prepare for a Test series.
- 03Bangladesh's T20I squad features new fast bowlers, resting key players.
- 04Abdul Gaffar Saqlain and Ripon Mondal have received their first T20I call-ups.
- 05The T20I series against New Zealand begins on April 27 in Chattogram.
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The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) announced on Thursday that pace bowler Mustafizur Rahman will not participate in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2026 season due to injury management. Following a medical review, the BCB advised him to undergo an immediate medical scan and begin a rehabilitation program. Consequently, the No Objection Certificate (NOC) previously granted to him has been revoked. Additionally, fast bowler Nahid Rana will also not be released for the PSL, as the BCB prioritizes preparation for the upcoming Test series against Pakistan next month. In light of these developments, Bangladesh has announced a new fast bowling lineup for the T20I series against New Zealand, commencing on April 27 in Chattogram. The squad includes newcomers Abdul Gaffar Saqlain and Ripon Mondal, who have been recognized for their performance and consistency.
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The absence of key players like Mustafizur Rahman could affect the team's performance in upcoming international matches, impacting fans and stakeholders in Bangladesh cricket.
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