Virat Kohli's Record-Breaking 48th ODI Century

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One away from Master Sachin!

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International hundred no. 78 for Virat!

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King Kohli breaks Sachin's record!

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4th highest international run-scorer in history

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Kohli leaves Jacques Kallis behind

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Kohli, Rohit 4th and 5th on all-time list

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VK loves Pune

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