New Zealand fast bowler Lockie Ferguson has been ruled out of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 due to a foot injury, dealing a blow to the Black Caps ahead of their opening match against Pakistan.
Ferguson experienced discomfort in his right foot after bowling a spell during an informal warm-up match against Afghanistan in Karachi on Sunday. Following an initial medical assessment, it was determined that he would not recover in time to participate in the tournament. Given the short duration of the event, the decision was made to send him home for rehabilitation.
