Analysing the averages of India's bowling attack 

#5 Mohammed Shami

Shami will need to keep himself fit if India are to do well

Perhaps the most lethal bowler in the present arsenal.

Shami's biggest challenge when he takes the flight to South Africa would be to keep himself fit for the entire duration, for India would benefit greatly if he can do that.

In home Tests, he averages an excellent 23.17, with 35 wickets in nine matches, while abroad, that average reaches 34.70 with 57 scalps in 17 matches.

Shami's USP for the side is his bowling with the old ball, something that has been on show since his debut against West Indies in Kolkata in 2013.

If he can show similar prowess in South Africa, then India could well be on their way to win their maiden series on African turf.