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BCB Withdraws NOC for Mustafizur Rahman from PSL 2026 Due to Injury

The Bangladesh Cricket Board has withdrawn the No Objection Certificate (NOC) for Mustafizur Rahman, ruling him out of the remainder of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2026 due to an injury. Fast bowler Nahid Rana will also not be released for PSL 2026 to prepare for the upcoming Test series against Pakistan. Bangladesh has announced a new-look T20I squad for the first two matches against New Zealand, resting key pacers including Mustafizur Rahman, Taskin Ahmed, and Nahid Rana. The squad includes maiden T20I call-ups for Abdul Gaffar Saqlain and Ripon Mondal.

Key Points: Mustafizur Rahman Out of PSL 2026, BCB Withdraws NOC

  • BCB withdraws NOC for Mustafizur Rahman from PSL 2026 due to injury
  • Nahid Rana also not released for PSL for Test preparation
  • Mustafizur advised to undergo medical scan and rehabilitation
  • Bangladesh announces new-look T20I squad for New Zealand series
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BCB withdraws NOC for Mustafizur Rahman for PSL 2026

BCB withdraws NOC for Mustafizur Rahman from PSL 2026 due to injury. Nahid Rana also not released for PSL. Bangladesh announces T20I squad for New Zealand series.

"In view of his injury management, the BCB has withdrawn the No Objection Certificate (NOC) earlier granted to Mustafizur Rahman. - BCB Press Release"

Chhatogram, April 23

The Bangladesh Cricket Board on Thursday announced key updates regarding pace bowlers Mustafizur Rahman and Nahid Rana following the conclusion of the third ODI against New Zealand.

According to a press release, the board said Mustafizur Rahman has been advised to undergo an immediate medical scan after the team's medical staff reviewed his condition. He will subsequently begin a rehabilitation programme under the supervision of the BCB Medical Team.

In view of his injury management, the BCB has withdrawn the No Objection Certificate (NOC) earlier granted to Mustafizur Rahman. As a result, he will not be available for the remainder of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2026 season.

The BCB also informed that fast bowler Nahid Rana will not be released for PSL 2026. This decision has been taken to allow him adequate time to prepare for the upcoming Test series against Pakistan next month.

Meanwhile, Bangladesh has announced their squad for the first two matches in the T20I series against New Zealand, which commences from April 27 in Chattogram.

The hosts have chosen to go with a new-look fast bowling attack for the couple of initial fixtures by resting the likes of Mustafizur Rahman, Taskin Ahmed and Nahid Rana, as per the ICC website.

Pace bowling allrounder Abdul Gaffar Saqlain, who is also a handy batter down the order, has received his maiden T20I call-up to the national team. Pacer Ripon Mondal, who has impressive death bowling skills, has also been called in, as a reward for his consistency.

Bangladesh squad for first two T20Is: Litton Das (Captain), Mohammed Parvez Hossain Emon, Tanzid Hasan, Mohammed Saif Hassan, Shamim Hossain, Tawhid Hridoy, Quazi Nurul Hasan Sohan, Shak Mahedi Hasan, Nasum Ahmed, Rishad Hossain, Shoriful Islam, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Ripon Mondol, Shaif Uddin, Abdul Gaffar Saqlain.

- ANI

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Priya S
Smart move by BCB to rest key pacers for the T20I series against NZ. Giving youngsters like Abdul Gaffar Saqlain and Ripon Mondal a chance is crucial for building depth. We need to groom next-gen bowlers while seniors recover. 👏
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Vikram M
Honestly, I'm a bit disappointed for PSL fans. Mustafizur is a crowd favorite in Pakistan too. But player welfare comes first. The BCB medical team must have seen something serious. Hope he recovers fully and comes back stronger for the Test series. 💪
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Rohit P
Interesting squad for the first two T20Is. Litton Das as captain is a good choice. But I wonder if resting Taskin Ahmed along with Mustafizur and Nahid might leave the attack too inexperienced against NZ. Shaheen Afridi-style exposure in PSL would have helped Nahid.
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Kavya N
BCB's decision makes sense from a long-term perspective. Mustafizur is still young and has years ahead. But I feel for the PSL franchises who planned around him. These NOC issues create uncertainty in franchise cricket. A standardized policy would help everyone.
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Siddharth J
Big opportunity for Ripon Mondal and Abdul Gaffar Saqlain! The domestic circuit has been producing some good talent. If they perform against NZ, Bangladesh's pace depth could become really impressive. Hope they grab this chance with both hands. 🇮🇳🇧🇩

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