Indian all-rounder Vijay Shankar has been ruled out of the ongoing Cricket World Cup due to injury.
He injured his left toe while facing pacer Jasprit Bumrah during a training session two weeks ago.
Batsman Mayank Agarwal has been confirmed as Vijay Shankar’s replacement.
The 28-year-old made his Test debut against Australia last year, but has not yet played in the ODI format.
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