Lockie Ferguson is all but ruled out for the remainder of the IPL with Punjab Kings fast bowling coach James Hopes saying that the pacer's chances of returning towards the back end of the tournament are low. The New Zealand quick hobbled off after bowling just two deliveries against Sunrisers Hyderabad last week. The 33-year-old, who pulled the side of his left leg, is out indefinitely.

"Ferguson is out indefinitely, I think, and us getting him back by the end of the tournament is a very low percentage. I think he's done a real decent injury to himself," Hopes told reporters on the eve of PBKS' match against Kolkata Knight Riders. The setback is a significant blow to Punjab, with Ferguson having been a key part of their bowling department, particularly in the middle overs. Punjab's fielding, too, has been under scrutiny, with multiple dropped catches costing them dearly this season.