Six Bangladeshi cricketers have secured places in this year’s Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2026, generating considerable excitement among fans. With the franchise tournament scheduled to begin on 26 March, discussions were ongoing over whether the players would receive No Objection Certificates (NOCs) from the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB), and for what duration. It has now been confirmed that, except for Tanzeed Tamim who joined his team at the last minute, the remaining five players have been granted NOCs, allowing them to participate until 12 April.
Bangladeshi Players and Their PSL Teams
The allocation of Bangladesh’s cricketers across the PSL franchises is as follows:
| Player | Team | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mustafizur Rahman | Lahore Qalandars | Left-arm pacer | Signed via direct contract |
| Parvez Hossain Emon | Lahore Qalandars | Paceman | Will play alongside Mustafizur |
| Rishad Hossain | Rawalpindi PindiZ | Batsman | Acquired through the player draft |
| Nahid Rana | Peshawar Zalmi | Left-arm pacer | Drafted, expected to partner with Shariful |
| Shariful Islam | Peshawar Zalmi | Pacer | Making his PSL debut |
| Tanzeed Tamim | – | – | Joined late; no NOC received |
Mustafizur and Parvez Emon will don Lahore Qalandars’ jerseys, while Rishad Hossain and Nahid Rana will represent Rawalpindi PindiZ and Peshawar Zalmi respectively. Shariful Islam, marking his first appearance in a franchise league, joins the growing roster of Bangladeshi talent gaining international exposure through the PSL.
Following Bangladesh’s home series win against Pakistan, the national team currently has no international fixtures, allowing players to take part in Eid holidays. However, with New Zealand scheduled to tour Bangladesh in the second week of April for a three-match ODI and T20 series, players involved in the PSL must return in time to participate in their national commitments.
A reliable source from the BCB confirmed to the media that all five players have indeed received their NOCs. Nevertheless, due to the upcoming New Zealand series, the clearances are time-bound, valid only until 12 April. This measure ensures that the players can gain valuable franchise experience while fulfilling their international responsibilities.
Participation in the PSL presents an opportunity for Bangladeshi cricketers to hone their skills against high-calibre international opponents. For players like Mustafizur, Shariful, and Nahid, the exposure and experience could prove crucial in strengthening Bangladesh’s pace attack ahead of future international fixtures. The 2026 PSL thus serves as both a platform for growth and a showcase of Bangladeshi cricketing talent on an international stage.