The 27-year-old had only returned to full fitness in time for the tournament after he dislocated his ankle in April.
And he looked to be close to his best form as he crossed for a try against the USA and then for two in the win over Russia.
However it was it the process of breaking away for what would have been his hat-trick try against the Bears that Mitchell pulled up sharply, grabbing his left hamstring.
A subsequent scan has shown that Mitchell suffered a grade one tear, meaning he faces around six weeks out.
Mitchell joins No.8 Wycliff Palu is leaving the Wallabies squad, with Matt Hodgson and Lachie Turner now confirmed as their replacements.
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The entire All Blacks apparel line has been updated for 2013/14. Check out the New Zealand All Blacks polo.
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The All Blacks Performance t-shirt is black with hints of blue from the training jersey. Very Cool.
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