The Australian team has always been a confident bunch. Their ‘play to win’ attitude clearly reflects in their game. Perhaps, that is the reason that the team does not believe in setting target, instead it believes in just winning.

“We don’t set targets. That is not our style. We want to win. Every team wants the same. We play with that attitude,” says skipper Eddie Ockenden.

Australia, which is also the defending champion, is the favourite this year as well. Being the only country to win the tournament most times, Champions trophy is undoubtedly their favourite event.

“We love this tournament. It is fantastic tournament in terms of the great teams that participate. The competition here is too strong,” he says.

“We have been here for about a week. It has been good so far. We are training hard to get in good shape,” he added.

On the Indian team, which is on a high after defeating Australia 3-1 in a series held last month, he says, “India is definitely improving. A few things have been good for them for a year almost. They have had constant team members for quite some time. They are a strong team in Champions trophy.”

Australia will face England in the opener. “England is a tough team. We next play Belgium on Sunday. So, it will be a big weekend for Australia.”