The Indian men’s hockey team would look to bank on experience and favourable home conditions when it take on a new-look Germany with an aim to consolidate its lead at the top of the FIH Pro League standings.

India are currently on top with 21 points from 10 games, four clear of second-placed Germany. But going into the first of the double-leg tie here, the Indians would clearly start as favourites in sultry conditions against a German team that comprises of 12 rookies in its roster.