Ever since the inception of Champions Trophy in 1978, India have not been able to win the coveted cup even once and their best finish, thus far, was the third spot in 1982. Yet, Indians have recently made fine strides and they stand their best chance at Bhubaneswar. In the last match of the inaugural day, India lost by a solitary goal in the dying moments of the game to Germany, who have the distinction of winning the champions trophy 9 times. In other matches on the opening day, England sprang a surprise by defeating Australia 3-1; Belgium overpowered Pakistan 2-1 and the Netherlands beat Argentina 3-0.