In a surprising move, Melbourne Renegades have omitted Afghanistan spinner Mujeeb Ur Rahman from their squad for the upcoming Melbourne Derby against the Stars on January 2 in the Big Bash League (BBL). The decision is attributed to a change in Mujeeb's No Objection Certificate (NOC) conditions. This development follows the recent sanctions imposed by the Afghanistan Cricket Board on Mujeeb, Naveen-ul-Haq, and Fazalhaq Farooqi for prioritizing franchise-based leagues over national duties.

Despite Melbourne Renegades initially claiming no knowledge of NOC changes, Mujeeb's exclusion on January 1 raises questions about his future participation in the BBL. The team, currently positioned 7th in the BBL table, faces uncertainties as they navigate these unexpected alterations in player availability.