The BCCI has stated it has received no government directive regarding the participation of Bangladeshi players, including Mustafizur Rahman, in the IPL. Rahman's Rs 9.20 crore signing by KKR has sparked debate due to reports of violence against religious minorities in Bangladesh. While some public figures and spiritual leaders have criticized the inclusion, the BCCI maintains that such decisions are not in their hands and depend on government communication. Rahman has a notable IPL career, having played for multiple franchises.