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Concerns arose at Edgbaston regarding the unusually short and asymmetrical boundary dimensions for the second Test, with some boundaries seemingly 5-10m shorter than usual. This sparked speculation about whether the adjustments favored England's aggressive batting approach against India's spin attack, reminiscent of the 2019 World Cup controversy when India faced similar boundary issues at the same venue.

The Times of India in England: India set to go in with two Spinners in the second Test, starting from Wednesday. Washington Sundar is also in the fray, while Jaspit Bumrah’s chances of playing is negligible.