Pietersen ruled out of IPL 9 due to calf injury

In a major blow to Rising Pune Supergiants' bid to salvage their campaign in IPL 9, star batsman Kevin Pietersen has been ruled out of the remaining matches of the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) due to calf injury.

The 35-year-old sustained an injury in his right calf during his side's defeat against Royal Challenger Bangalore in Pune on Friday.

"Over & out, India! Injuries are all part of the job! Horrible tear in my calf! Sad to be leaving a really great bunch of boys but looking forward to being back with my family! London bound for a summer off! Vacation till November! Bye for now! Lots of love, KP xxx," KP wrote on his Instagram account.

The Supergiants are reeling at second last position in the IPL 9 points table, having three defeats from four games in their maiden season.

IMAGE: Kevin Pietersen of Rising Pune Supergiants is helped off the field after injuring his leg during the match against Royal Challengers Bangalore.

Photograph: BCCI