BCB Approves Overseas Stints for Senior Players
In a significant development for Bangladesh cricket, the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has officially granted No Objection Certificates (NOCs) to national stars Mustafizur Rahman, Taskin Ahmed, and Mominul Haque for their respective overseas cricket commitments. The clearance will allow the trio to participate in foreign leagues until December 23, after which all three players are expected to return for the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) 2026. So Let’s take a look at BCB Approves Overseas Stints for Senior Players.
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The decision comes shortly after Bangladesh’s successful tour of Ireland, as players look to gain more experience in competitive overseas environments before the domestic T20 season begins.
Mustafizur & Taskin Join ILT20 2025-26 in UAE
Left-arm pacer Mustafizur Rahman is set to feature in the ILT20 2025-26 season, representing the Dubai Capitals. His trademark cutters and death-overs skillset continue to make him a valuable asset in franchise cricket worldwide.
Meanwhile, speedster Taskin Ahmed will turn out for the Sharjah Warriorz, a team featuring global talents such as Sikandar Raza and Dinesh Karthik. Taskin’s improved pace and accuracy in recent years have earned him multiple overseas opportunities, and the ILT20 stint is expected to further refine his T20 craft.
Mominul Haque Heads to Australia for Grade Cricket
Veteran Test batter Mominul Haque has chosen a different pathway by traveling to Australia to play New South Wales Grade Cricket. He will represent the Blacktown District Cricket Club, a team competing in the prestigious Sydney Premier Cricket competition. With Bangladesh looking to strengthen their Test batting depth, Mominul’s exposure to Australian conditions is expected to be beneficial ahead of future red-ball assignments.
Mandatory Return for BPL 2026
Despite the NOCs, all three players must return to Dhaka before December 26, the scheduled start of the BPL 2025-26 season.
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Mustafizur will join Rangpur Riders
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Taskin will link up with Dhaka Capitals
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Mominul will represent Sylhet Titans
The BCB has clarified that participation in the BPL remains a top priority, ensuring the league retains its competitive edge.
FAQs
1. Why did BCB grant NOCs to these players?
To give players exposure to different conditions and maintain competitive form ahead of the BPL and international fixtures.
2. When will the players return to Bangladesh?
All three must return by December 23, just before the BPL 2026 starts.
3. Which teams will Mustafizur and Taskin represent in ILT20?
Mustafizur – Dubai Capitals,
Taskin – Sharjah Warriorz.
4. Why is Mominul playing Grade Cricket instead of a franchise league?
Mominul aims to improve his red-ball technique in challenging Australian conditions.
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