Ahead of the opening Test against South Africa at Centurion's SuperSport Park, Indian captain Rohit Sharma underscored the impact of veteran pacer Mohammed Shami's absence, acknowledging it as a substantial setback for the team in the upcoming series. He stressed the crucial contribution expected from every bowler, including the spinners, on the bouncy South African pitches, known for favoring seamers. Following a drawn T20I series (1-1) and a victorious ODI series (2-1), India are determined to secure their maiden Test series triumph in South Africa.