Monty Panesar has responded to comments made by Steve Smith, which appear to have been in reference to Panesar's appearance on a quiz show. The exchange seems to have been sparked by a remark from Panesar about a past incident involving Smith, with some outlets suggesting it was related to the "sandpaper" incident. The nature and tone of the comments made by both individuals have been described as jibes or digs, with Panesar's response including a comparison between his mistakes on a quiz show and Smith's actions on the field.