Mohammed Siraj in the spotlight ahead of India's 2nd ODI against New Zealand

1. What happened

   Pacer Mohammed Siraj is in the news after former cricketer Irfan Pathan, speaking in a Cricinfo video, said Siraj is "slightly behind" right now in ODIs. Separately, The Times of India reported an ex-cricketer questioning India's selection calls under Shubman Gill.

2. When it started

   The sources do not give a publication date. They relate to India's ODI series against New Zealand, with the second match in Wellington.

3. How it spread

   According to The Indian Express, the question is whether Siraj will replace Auqib Nabi in India's predicted playing XI for the second ODI in Wellington. The Times of India piece quotes an ex-cricketer saying the selection calls "literally belies logic."

4. Why it matters

   Team selection for the second ODI is the central question, and commentary from former players is adding to the debate. The sources do not confirm the final playing XI.