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Injury forces Russell to depart World Cup

West Indies allrounder departs the UK having played in four matches for his team

West Indies allrounder Andre Russell will play no further part at the World Cup after being withdrawn from the squad due to a knee injury, the International Cricket Council says.

Russell made four appearances in the competition, but was not involved in the dramatic five-run defeat by New Zealand in Manchester on Saturday.

Windies fall just short as Black Caps go top

Top order batsman Sunil Ambris, who impressed with a sparkling 148 off 126 balls in an ODI win over Ireland last month, has been drafted as a replacement in the 15-man squad.

West Indies, who currently sit eighth in the standings, need three wins from their final three matches to remain in contention for a semi-finals spot.

Jason Holder's side next face India at Old Trafford on Thursday.

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