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BCB Extends PSL Stay for Shoriful & Nahid After Zalmi, PCB Request

The Bangladesh Cricket Board has approved a one-day extension to the No Objection Certificates for fast bowlers Shoriful Islam and Nahid Rana. This follows a formal request from their Pakistan Super League franchise, Peshawar Zalmi, and the Pakistan Cricket Board. The extension permits the players to feature in Zalmi's upcoming league match before joining the national team. Both cricketers are named in Bangladesh's squad for the upcoming ODI series against New Zealand.

Key Points: BCB Grants 1-Day NOC Extension for Shoriful, Nahid in PSL

  • One-day NOC extension granted
  • Allows play in Zalmi's next PSL match
  • Duo part of Bangladesh ODI squad vs NZ
  • Zalmi top of PSL points table
  • Matches scheduled before int'l duty
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BCB grants one-day NOC extension to Shoriful, Nahid for PSL

Bangladesh Cricket Board extends NOCs for pacers Shoriful Islam and Nahid Rana, allowing them an extra day in PSL for Peshawar Zalmi's crucial fixture.

"The decision has been made following a request from their PSL franchise, Peshawar Zalmi, as well as the Pakistan Cricket Board - BCB"

Dhaka, April 12

The Bangladesh Cricket Board has granted a one-day extension to the No Objection Certificates issued to pacers Shoriful Islam and Nahid Rana, allowing them to continue their participation in the ongoing Pakistan Super League.

The development was confirmed by the BCB in an official press release issued on Sunday, following a formal request from their franchise, Peshawar Zalmi, and the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB).

"The decision has been made following a request from their PSL franchise, Peshawar Zalmi, as well as the Pakistan Cricket Board," the BCB said in a statement on Sunday.

As per the initial arrangement, the NOCs granted to the two pacers were valid until April 12, 2026. However, the extension now allows both players to remain in Pakistan for an additional day to feature in Peshawar Zalmi's next league fixture.

"Shoriful Islam and Nahid Rana were originally granted NOCs valid until 12 April 2026. Under the revised arrangement, both players have been permitted to remain in Pakistan for Peshawar Zalmi's scheduled PSL fixture on 13 April 2026," it further added.

Peshawar Zalmi have enjoyed a strong run in the tournament so far and currently sit at the top of the points table, having secured four wins from their five matches. The side is scheduled to take on Multan Sultans on Monday in what promises to be a crucial encounter as the league stage progresses.

Meanwhile, both Shoriful and Rana remain part of Bangladesh's plans for the upcoming international assignment. The duo have been named in the 15-member squad for the first two One-Day Internationals of the three-match series against the New Zealand cricket team, set to commence on April 17.

According to the schedule, the opening two matches will be played at Sher-e-Bangla Stadium in Dhaka on April 17 and 20, while the third ODI is scheduled for April 23 in Chattogram.

Mehidy Hasan Miraz will continue to lead the team, which has experienced players like Litton Das, Taskin Ahmed, Shoriful, along with some young talents, including Rishad Hossein and Nahid.

- IANS

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Shreya B
I understand the need for cooperation, but as a fan, I'm a bit worried. The national team should always be the top priority. What if they get injured in this extra PSL match just days before the ODI series? The risk seems high.
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Arjun K
Smart move. Zalmi is topping the table and this match is crucial. Letting them play shows BCB is thinking about the players' careers and exposure, not just being rigid. International cricket relations matter too. All the best to Shoriful and Nahid!
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Michael C
Interesting to see the boards working together like this. The scheduling is always tight. Hope the players manage the travel and workload well. From an Indian perspective, our BCCI is usually very strict with NOCs, so this is a more flexible approach.
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Priya S
It's just a one-day extension, so it should be fine. They get to finish their league commitment on a high note and then join the national team. Win-win for everyone. More power to subcontinental cricket cooperation! 🤝
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Karthik V
The key is managing player fitness. As long as the medical team is monitoring them and they are rested adequately before the ODIs, it's a positive step. Good to see young talents like Nahid getting such opportunities.

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