The India versus England second Test match at Edgbaston faces weather concerns. Shubman Gill's impressive batting and Siraj and Akash Deep's bowling put India in a strong position. India needs to level the series. England requires a massive 608 runs to win. Rain is expected on Sunday, potentially affecting play and favoring seam bowlers. The match hangs in the balance.
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