West Indies all-rounder Dwayne Bravo has joined the long injury list after he was ruled out of the upcoming ODI series against Australia.

West Indies officials say vice-captain Bravo will return home after breaking a finger while playing for Victoria against Tasmania in the recent domestic T20 BIG BASH tournament.

He will be replaced by veteran left hander Wavell Hinds. It is hoped that he may recover in time to play some part in the series but officials have sent him home to fully recover.