I think we should always think of team not of player if a player is not performing then we must always give him chance do well. So, I think it was not harsh on Pathan to send him back as a player he will try to be on top for ie getting guidance from Akram who is a master in himself. But, I think by giving more than enough chance to Sehwag its not fair with Pathan to send him back alone. Pathan is a good alrounder far better than Sehwag. If Pathan was send back then why not Sehwag?
Specially when Sehwag fells his position is in danger he will always play good. So, he is not playing for team but playing for himself thats not good. But, in last test match against Africa I would love to see Gautam instead of Sehwag.