India look to level the series at the Oval .

India are left with a tough balancing act between becoming a more athletic one-day side and utilising the vast talents of their ageing superstars.

For arguably the most fanatical cricket nation in the world, India have struggled to keep up with the changes in limited overs cricket - and particularly the increased athleticism in the modern game

Teams like Australia, South Africa, Sri Lanka and even England’s improving side have put an emphasis on being more energetic in the field to put pressure on the opposition.

But after another disjointed display during Sunday’s 38-run victory at Headingley Carnegie, which left the NatWest Series evenly poised with England leading 3-2 with two to play, captain Rahul Dravid admitted they have a problem in balancing their side.

Having dropped three catches, including Ian Bell on nought before he went on to score 44, Dravid conceded: “We’re not holding our catches and we’re not fielding well, it’s as simple as that.“The reasons for that could be many but the simple fact is we’re not fielding well..

Injuries to all-rounders Flintoff' left ankle will be reassessed by England's medical team tomorrow. However Bopara, who injured his right thumb while attempting to catch in his own bowling, is ruled out of the remaining games plus the forthcoming Twenty20 World Cup.

Paceman Tremlett and all-rounder Mascarenhas will miss Wednesday's game with a foot injury but could be fit for Lord's.

Seamer Ryan Sidebottom has also been cleared to rejoin the squad after recovering from his side strain.