Virender Sehwag considered retiring from ODIs in 2007-08 after being dropped, but Sachin Tendulkar advised him to reconsider, drawing from his own experience. Sehwag heeded the advice, returned to form, and played a vital role in India's 2011 World Cup victory. He also shared his thoughts on his son Aryaveer's cricket career, emphasizing the importance of handling pressure.
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