The BCCI has ordered the release of Bangladesh pacer Mustafizur Rahman from the Kolkata Knight Riders IPL squad due to public outrage in India over recent incidents in Bangladesh targeting Hindus. This action follows criticism of KKR for signing a Bangladeshi player, despite IPL rules generally preventing player releases post-auction. The move risks damaging India-Bangladesh cricket relations, drawing parallels to strained ties with Pakistan, with the Bangladesh Cricket Board considering its response.