There was a very significant controversy involving Blessing Muzarabani and the Pakistan Super League. Blessing’s agent had spoken regarding the controversy for the first time publicly due to the excessive hate being directed towards their client. The agent claims that there was no contractual agreement in the first for a breach to happen and that the decision of PSL to grant him a 2 year ban was unecessary

The Pakistani fans had swarmed the social media page of Blessing Muzarabani and the comments simply couldn’t be ignored. The Islamabad United did make contact with the pacer but they didn’t provide any official contracts nor was any NOC granted by the Zimbabwe Cricket Board to play the PSL. The agent also presented an accurate timeline of the series of events.

Timeline of Events

13 Feb 2026- WSX/Blessing approached by Islamabad United about a playing opportunity for the 2026 PSL; Deal Agreed SUBJECT TO obtaining a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from Zimbabwe Cricket. Note: An NOC cannot be obtained without a contract from the PSL. Islamabad United/PSL Announce the signing to the world via social media.

27 Feb 2026 - Still No Contract Received from PSL/IU - Approach from KKR, Deal Done.

Timeline reveals lack of formal contract and NOC delays as key factors in disputed two-year suspension

The agent of Blessing Muzarabani’s stance seemed to be perfectly clear as they do accept the interaction between the club and the player. They had clearly stated that they had no issues with the deal and that the deal would be agreed upon receiving an NOC from Zimbabwe Cricket and for that a contract is needed. There was a delay in the contractual procedures from Islamabad United and there was clearly a lack of professionalism in the matter. Franchise clubs often announce the signings only after the completion of all formalities including medical tests.

The Kolkata Knight Riders were quick in their approach as they knew that they had to complete the deal before a hindrance. KKR’s management ensured that the deal would be completed on time and that they arrived at a mutual agreement. The issue that bothered the Islamabad United and the Pakistan Super League was the breach in commitment or promise by words. There also would be an involvement of a bit of emotion as the speedster chose the Indian Premier League over the Pakistan Super League. With the context of the rivalry between the sides, it would have damaged their reputation.

"We urge the PSL to gracefully withdraw the ban and accept this situation for what it is, an administrative error at their end, nothing more. We bear no grudges toward the PSL/Islamabad United," Blessing’s agent concluded.

It is indeed unfortunate for Islamabad United that they missed out on a pacer of his quality but it could be only considered as their administrative failure. The intention regarding the post was just to draw light on the reality of matters and that the ban should be removed. Blessing Muzarabani would be hopeful that the ban gets lifted as he wouldn’t want his franchise cricket to be affected.