- Nationality
New Zealand- Cricket
- Lockie Ferguson
- Current Team
- PBKS
One of the fastest bowlers in world cricket today, Lockie Ferguson (born June 13, 1991) is a genuine speed merchant capable of consistently clocking over 150 kmph. Known for his “mustache-led” aggressive persona and lethal bouncers, the New Zealand pacer has become a vital asset for the Punjab Kings (PBKS) in the IPL and a global T20 specialist.
As of January 21, 2026, Lockie Ferguson is on a determined road to recovery. After a calf injury sidelined him during the ILT20 in December 2025, he has returned to the New Zealand squad for the 5-match T20I series against India, which begins today in Nagpur. He remains a key retained player for Punjab Kings for the IPL 2026 season, with a valuation of ₹2 Crore.
Lockie Ferguson: Career Profile & 2026 Updates
The “Calf Injury” Comeback (January 2026)
Ferguson’s start to 2026 was hampered by a calf strain sustained while playing for the Desert Vipers in the ILT20 on December 21, 2025. This injury forced him to miss the remainder of that tournament and his stint with Sydney Thunder in BBL 15. However, as of January 20, Ferguson has confirmed he is bowling at “full tilt” again and is eager to use the India series as “perfect prep” for the 2026 T20 World Cup.
IPL 2026: The PBKS Speed Spearhead
Despite fitness speculations in early January, Punjab Kings have stood by Ferguson, retaining him for the 2026 season. Under the leadership of Shreyas Iyer and head coach Ricky Ponting, Ferguson is expected to lead the overseas pace attack alongside Marco Jansen and Ben Dwarshuis. His ability to bowl “hard lengths” and execute yorkers at 150 kmph makes him the ultimate partner for Arshdeep Singh at the death.
Historic “4-Maiden” World Record
Ferguson holds one of the most incredible records in T20 history. During the 2024 ICC T20 World Cup, he became the first player to bowl four maiden overs in a single match (against Papua New Guinea), finishing with figures of 3/0. This tactical masterclass solidified his reputation as a bowler who can provide both extreme pace and absolute control.
Lockie Ferguson: Consolidated IPL Statistics
Data consolidated as of January 21, 2026.
IPL Bowling Performance
| Year | Team | Matches | Balls | Runs | WKTS | BBM | Ave | Econ | SR |
| 2025 | PBKS | 4 | 68 | 104 | 5 | 2/37 | 20.80 | 9.18 | 13.60 |
| 2024 | RCB | 7 | 144 | 255 | 9 | 2/23 | 28.33 | 10.63 | 16.00 |
| 2022 | GT | 13 | 286 | 427 | 12 | 4/28 | 35.58 | 8.96 | 23.83 |
| 2021 | KKR | 8 | 180 | 224 | 13 | 3/18 | 17.23 | 7.46 | 13.84 |
| Career | Total | 49 | 1,023 | 1,530 | 51 | 4/28 | 30.00 | 8.97 | 20.06 |
Recent Match Highlights (Jan 2026)
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India vs NZ (Jan 2026): Named in the T20I squad for the Nagpur opener.
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ILT20 (Dec 2025): Claimed 4 wickets in 3 matches before being sidelined by a calf strain.
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T20I Hat-Trick (Nov 2024): Took a sensational hat-trick against Sri Lanka, becoming only the fifth Kiwi to do so.
