Andre Russell out of the World Cup

West Indies all rounder Andre Russell has been sidelined from the remainder of the World Cup with a knee injury.

Top-order batsman Sunil Ambris, who hit a career-best 148 in the tri-series in Ireland last month, has been approved by the ICC as Russell's replacement.

Russell has had a history of knee issues, and was seen limping heavily during his 2 for 4 against Pakistan in what was only his second ODI since the 2015 World Cup.

Although he returned for the game against Australia, his knees didn't make it through his second spell.He bowled only two overs against England and then six overs against Bangladesh.

His wonky knees then ruled him out of the game against New Zealand in Manchester, where Carlos Brathwaite replaced him and nearly powered West Indies home with a stunning century.

West Indies have won just one of their six matches, meaning they are unlikely to qualify for the semi-finals.

They next face one of the tournament favourites, India, at Old Trafford on June 27.