Kolkata Knight Riders’ signing of Bangladeshi bowler Mustafizur Rahman for the 2026 IPL has sparked a political firestorm. BJP leaders and religious groups are protesting, citing strained India-Bangladesh ties and alleged violence against minorities. Concerns were voiced that such sporting ties could be exploited, leading to threats against players and the franchise owner if matches are held in Kolkata.‘Won’t even let SRK enter’: KKR’s Mustafizur signing sparks political firestorm
Kolkata Knight Riders’ signing of Bangladeshi bowler Mustafizur Rahman for the 2026 IPL has sparked a political firestorm. BJP leaders and religious groups are protesting, citing strained India-Bangladesh ties and alleged violence against minorities. Concerns were voiced that such sporting ties could be exploited, leading to threats against players and the franchise owner if matches are held in Kolkata.