Irfan Pathan supports India's cautious approach with Mohammed Shami's return after a 14-month injury absence, noting Shami's experience to gauge fitness. He expresses concern about the lack of a pace-bowling backup for the Champions Trophy and expects Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli to bounce back in white-ball cricket.
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