India, Jan. 6 -- Bangladesh pacer Mustafizur Rahman has been under the spotlight in recent days, with widespread chatter following his signing by Kolkata Knight Riders at the IPL auction. The attention intensified after the BCCI requested that KKR release the left-arm pacer, a request the franchise complied with amid ongoing political sensitivities between India and Bangladesh. Mustafizur was snapped up by KKR for a hefty INR 9.20 crore at the mini-auction after a fierce bidding tussle involving Chennai Super Kings and Delhi Capitals.

Following his release months before the new season, Rahman is unlikely to receive any financial compensation from the three-time champions, despite having no role in the situation that ultimately led to the...