Bangladesh Cricket Board Announces Updates on Mustafizur Rahman and Nahid Rana for PSL 2026

The Bangladesh Cricket Board has announced significant updates regarding pace bowlers Mustafizur Rahman and Nahid Rana, impacting their availability for the Pakistan Super League 2026. Mustafizur will undergo rehabilitation after an injury, while Nahid will focus on preparing for the upcoming Test series against Pakistan. Additionally, Bangladesh has unveiled a new squad for the T20I series against New Zealand, featuring fresh talent and resting key players. Read on for more details about the squad and player updates.

By Narendra Chaudhary Apr 23, 2026, 22:08 IST

BCB Provides Updates on Mustafizur and Rana for PSL 2026

On Thursday, the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) shared important news regarding pace bowlers Mustafizur Rahman and Nahid Rana following the conclusion of the third ODI against New Zealand. A press release indicated that Mustafizur Rahman has been recommended to undergo an immediate medical examination after the team's medical personnel assessed his condition. He will then start a rehabilitation program under the guidance of the BCB Medical Team. Due to his injury management, the BCB has rescinded the No Objection Certificate (NOC) previously issued to him, meaning he will miss the remainder of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2026 season.

Additionally, the BCB announced that Nahid Rana will not be permitted to participate in PSL 2026. This decision aims to provide him with sufficient time to prepare for the upcoming Test series against Pakistan scheduled for next month.

Bangladesh's New Squad for T20I Series Against New Zealand

In other news, Bangladesh has revealed its squad for the first two matches of the T20I series against New Zealand, set to begin on April 27 in Chattogram. The team has opted for a fresh fast bowling lineup for these initial games, resting key players such as Mustafizur Rahman, Taskin Ahmed, and Nahid Rana, as reported by the ICC website.

Abdul Gaffar Saqlain, a pace bowling allrounder who can also contribute as a lower-order batter, has received his first T20I call-up. Additionally, pacer Ripon Mondal, known for his effective death bowling, has been included in the squad as recognition for his consistent performances.

The Bangladesh squad for the first two T20Is includes: 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, and Abdul Gaffar Saqlain.