As it happened: India vs Germany, Champions Trophy hockey

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If you glance through the FIH rankings, it appears tough for India and Pakistan, the two Asian representatives for the Champions Trophy in Bhubaneswar, to put it across their six opponents - all ranked above them. But in India's case, recent results make them serious contenders to end Asia's 20-year Champions Trophy jinx.

India find themselves in the tougher of the two pools, alongside the current Olympic champions Germany, world No. 2 Netherlands and Argentina. However, the tournament format ensures all the eight teams progress to the quarter-finals irrespective of the results of the pool phase. But finishing high up in their respective pools will draw teams relatively easier opponents in the quarters.

"We are confident and aiming to continue the winning spree, which is surely not an easy task. But I am sure our team is in the form to take challenges," drag-flicker Rupinderpal Singh said making his team's intent very clear.

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