Already reeling under three defeats, Kings XI Punjab on Thursday suffered another blow after skipper Adam Gilchrist was ruled out of Friday's match against Royal Challengers Bangalore due to a hamstring injury. "I will not be available for Friday's match. There is a slight hamstring tear," the 40-year-old Australian told reporters.

Gilchrist pulled a hamstring while running a single and was retired hurt during the match against Kolkata Knight Riders last night here, which the Punjab outfit lost by eight wickets. He said that he had undergone a scan, which has revealed a hamstring tear. "We will wait for further detailed results," Gilchrist said, adding he would keep everyone updated on his injury status.