South African cricketers laud Virat Kohli as 'biggest threat' ahead of Test Series opener

• South African cricketers, including Temba Bavuma and Kagiso Rabada, consider Virat Kohli the "biggest threat" 
• Aiden Markram expresses admiration for Kohli's hunger and competitive nature, looking forward to the battle against the Indian captain
• Keshav Maharaj highlights Kohli's deep understanding of Test cricket, emphasizing the batsman's consistent performance 

South African cricketers, including skipper Temba Bavuma, Aiden Markram, Kagiso Rabada, and Keshav Maharaj, have showered praise on Indian batting legend Virat Kohli ahead of the Test series opener between India and South Africa at SuperSport Park in Centurion.

Kohli, recognized as one of the modern-day batting greats and a staunch advocate for Test cricket, is set to face South African bowlers in the Boxing Day Test on Tuesday. Kohli is a prolific batter in Test Cricket, amassing 8646 runs, including 7 double centuries and 22 centuries, at an average of 49.29 in 111 matches.

Captain Bavuma acknowledged Kohli as the "biggest threat" in India's batting lineup, emphasizing the batsman's understanding of South African conditions. Markram expressed admiration for Kohli's hunger and competitive nature, characterizing the impending battle as one he looks forward to, measuring himself against the best.

Pacer Rabada commended Kohli as a fierce competitor, emphasizing the importance of fighting, competing, and displaying more hunger on the field.