Lockie Ferguson Ruled Out of ICC Champions Trophy 2025
New Zealand’s ICC Champions Trophy 2025 campaign has taken a major hit as star pacer Lockie Ferguson misses the tournament due to a foot injury. Kyle Jamieson replaces him, adding an interesting dynamic to the Black Caps’ pace attack.
Ferguson’s Injury – A Big Setback for New Zealand
Ferguson, known for his pace and aggression, injured his foot during a warm-up match against Afghanistan in Karachi. He had also struggled with fitness, having suffered a hamstring injury in the ILT20 earlier this year.
New Zealand Cricket (NZC) confirmed Ferguson won’t recover in time for the short-format tournament and decided to send him home for rehabilitation, prioritizing his long-term fitness
Will Ferguson Miss IPL 2025?
With Ferguson’s recovery timeline unclear, his participation in IPL 2025 is doubtful. The Punjab Kings (PBKS) fast bowler faces a race to be fit before the season opener on March 22, where PBKS will face Gujarat Titans (GT) on March 25. If he doesn’t recover in time, PBKS may need a backup Pac
Kyle Jamieson – The Perfect Replacement?
Kyle Jamieson replaces Ferguson and gets the opportunity to make a comeback into international cricket. Jamieson, who last played for New Zealand in February 2024, spent 10 months on the sidelines recovering from a stress fracture in his back.
His recent performances in domestic cricket, including a standout Super Smash 2024 campaign where he took 14 wickets, caught the selectors’ attention. New Zealand head coach Gary Stead believes his extra bounce and raw pace will be effective in Pakistan’s conditions.
For a deeper dive into Kyle Jamieson’s role and his potential to fill Ferguson’s shoes, check out this article on Kyle Jamieson – The Perfect Replacement?.
Related: New Zealand’s Full Squad for ICC Champions Trophy 2025
New Zealand’s Bowling Line-Up Faces Challenges
Ferguson isn’t the only Kiwi pacer ruled out. Earlier, Ben Sears was also sidelined due to an injury, with Jacob Duffy replacing him. This means New Zealand’s pace attack is going through unexpected changes just before the tournament.
With Ferguson and Sears missing, the Black Caps will rely on Boult, Southee, Henry, and Jamieson in Pakistan’s spin-friendly conditions.
More: How the Black Caps Can Overcome Injury Setbacks
New Zealand’s Champions Trophy 2025 Campaign Begins Soon
Ferguson, known for his pace, injured his foot during a warm-up match against Afghanistan in Karachi and had struggled with fitness after a hamstring injury in the ILT20.
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