Captain Temba Bavuma minced no words to say that South Africa know and understand their home conditions a "lot better" than India. Yet, the Proteas are a little bit worried going into the two-Test series beginning at the Centurion on Tuesday.

The cause of their worry is India's strong bowling attack, which as good as "nullifies" the Proteas' home advantage, Bavuma feels.

"We understand these conditions a lot better, so you would expect us to adapt a lot better. But their (India's) bowling is quite strong," Bavuma said on Sunday.

"The fact that they've been able to achieve such success is because of their bowling attack and that kind of nullifies the advantage we have. It's more between the batters and how the batters take on that challenge."

Although South Africa haven't lost a single Test series yet at home against India, batting continues to be their weak area. Bavuma acknowledged South Africa's need to be at their best against India's bowlers and batters.

"Their bowlers are going to put you under pressure and they've got renowned Test players who've performed in all conditions. They are a determined team as well."