Ranchi, Nov. 30 -- Former India captain Virat Kohli delivered a sensational performance at the JSCA Stadium in Ranchi on Sunday, smashing a magnificent century in the first ODI against South Africa and breaking one of Sachin Tendulkar's most celebrated records. Kohli's ton marked his 52nd ODI century, surpassing Tendulkar's record for the most centuries by any player in a single format.

Kohli's innings was a masterclass in controlled aggression and technique. He reached his century in 102 balls, hitting 7 fours and 6 sixes, and later extended his innings to 135 runs, studded with 11 fours and 7 sixes. With this feat, Kohli also became the first batsman to score three ODI centuries at the JSCA Stadium, further solidifying his dominance at t...