LEIGH Centurions have suffered a major blow with experienced Australian playmaker Jason Ferris ruled out for at least a month with a fractured cheekbone.

Ferris, 29, who was signed from Manly in the close season, was hurt in Friday's 46-6 home defeat by Bradford and has undergone surgery.

Coach Darren Abram said: "It's a big blow for Jason and the second time he's suffered such an injury."