The Bangladesh government takes a tough decision on the IPL

BY COLOMBO TIMES ON January 06, 2026 - 11:40 AM

The Bangladesh government has banned the broadcasting of the IPL 2026 tournament in its country.

The move is reportedly in response to the Board of Control for Cricket in India's decision to remove Mustafizur Rahman from the IPL.

(colombotimes.lk)

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07 January 2026

The Bangladesh government takes a tough decision on the IPL

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