HOBART, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 12: Mitch Marsh of Australia looks on prior to the start of day one of the Second Test match between Australia and South Africa at Blundstone Arena on November 12, 2016 in Hobart, Australia. (Photo by Robert Cianflone/Getty Images)

Australian all-rounder Mitch Marsh has been sent home from the tour of India due to a shoulder injury.

Marsh, who has scored just 48 runs and bowled just five overs in the series to date, has succumbed to a recurring shoulder injury.

Victorian all-rounder Marcus Stoinis has been named as his replacement in the squad.

"Mitchell has been playing with a shoulder injury for most of the summer, which we have been managing up until now, but unfortunately it has progressively deteriorated to a point where he is unable to function at the level required," said team physiotherapist David Beakley.

"Consequently he will return to Australia to consult with specialists to advise the best course of action."

The third Test begins on March 16 in Ranchi.