Liberal MP rules himself out of leadership challenge

Andrew Hastie says he doesn't have the numbers to challenge for the Liberal leadership. (Mick Tsikas/AAP PHOTOS)

Liberal MP Andrew Hastie will not contest for the leadership of the party, ending speculation about his political future.

Opposition Leader Sussan Ley has come under pressure as leader of the party following the Liberals splitting with the Nationals, with Mr Hastie and frontbencher Angus Taylor emerging as possible contenders.