India Gear up for Nagpur Contest vs South Africa

India took to the nets hard as they got ready to do battle with South Africa in Nagpur.(AFP and AP Photos)

Virat Kohli stretches as he gets in shape to face some top class bowling.

Shikhar Dhawan perfects his balance ahead of the Nagpur Test.

Rohit Sharma and Shikhar Dhawan wait for their chance to bat at the nets.

Ravindra Jadeja, Ravichandran Ashwin and Amit Mishra discuss bowling strategy during the practice session.

Ravichandran Ashwin looks to let one rip as he advances to bowl.

Amit Mishra bowling at the nets as part of an intense training session.

Virat Kohli hopes to put up a substantial contribution.

Practice makes perfect - A nice run gets the body into proper condition.

Indians practice their slip-catching and fielding.