India, Jan. 26 -- There is still no update regarding Mohammed Shami and Jasprit Bumrah's fitness ahead of the upcoming Champions Trophy. Amid these growing concerns, former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan feels the team management could have included Mohammed Siraj as a backup pacer in the squad.

Mohammed Shami is in the squad for the ongoing T20I series against England, but the pacer is yet to feature in the playing XI. It's unclear whether Shami is unfit or not being played due to team combination.

On the other hand, Bumrah suffered back spasms during the Sydney Test against Australia, and he is facing a race against time.

Irfan Pathan also feels that playing four spinners in Dubai won't be a viable option; hence, having Mohammed Sira...