Wellington, Jan. 4 -- Veteran New Zealand speedster Lockie Ferguson's participation in the upcoming ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 in India and Sri Lanka is doubtful after he sustained a calf injury, according to the ICC.

The 34-year-old speedster suffered a calf injury while bowling for Desert Vipers in the ILT20 league match against MI Emirates in Dubai on December 21.

The New Zealand cricketer was later ruled out for the remainder of the ILT20, handing over the leadership responsibility to England's Sam Curran.

Additonally, the right-arm pacer has now been sidelined from the ongoing Big Bash League (BBL) 2025-26 tournament, which has raised doubts over his participation in the upcoming ICC tournament.

The veteran Ferguson was expecte...