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Mustafizur Rahman pays heavy price for freeze in India-Bangladesh relations; sport and politics no longer separable
Bangladesh's cricketing journey began with their inaugural Test match against India in 2000, following their elevation to Test status influenced by Jagmohan Dalmiya. However, political tensions have strained relations, leading to the BCCI's directive for Kolkata Knight Riders to release Mustafizur Rahman from IPL 2026. This reflects deteriorating ties, with implications for future tours and player participation.
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