About Praveen Kumar
Praveen Kumar is a former India swing bowler from Meerut, known for his ability to move the ball both ways. He played for Uttar Pradesh and was part of India’s 2010 Asia Cup-winning squad.
Career highlights
Praveen relied on swing, line and length rather than pace, and was a key new-ball bowler for India across formats around 2008–2011.
He retired from all cricket in October 2018. He has also been active in politics in Uttar Pradesh.
What audiences love about Praveen
Fans remember Praveen’s masterful swing bowling, especially in English conditions.
He is a popular figure in Meerut.
His skill in swinging the ball makes him a valuable coach for young bowlers learning the art.
He is remembered for his wholehearted effort and his popularity with teammates, and his story of rising from Meerut to India’s new-ball attack resonates with young players in western Uttar Pradesh.
Why brands work with Praveen Kumar
Praveen offers cricket heritage and appeal in Uttar Pradesh. Given his political involvement, brands should review category and timing.
Campaigns that suit Praveen Kumar
- Uttar Pradesh brands
- Cricket academies and swing coaching
- Nostalgia campaigns
- Cricket events
- Sportswear
Planning a campaign with Praveen
Coaching-focused, non-political formats suit Praveen best.
Booking Praveen Kumar through CelebrityHai
Share your brand, deliverables, dates, city and budget range. CelebrityHai checks interest and availability with Praveen’s team and manages negotiation, contracts and coordination.
Quick answers
Where is Praveen Kumar from? Meerut, Uttar Pradesh.
What was his bowling style? Swing bowling.
When did he retire? October 2018.
How quickly can a booking with Praveen be confirmed? Simple appearances can sometimes be confirmed within days, while campaigns involving shoots, multiple deliverables or long usage periods usually take a few weeks. Sharing your brief, dates and budget range early helps Praveen’s team respond faster.
What should our brief to Praveen include? The brand and product, the deliverables you need, preferred dates and city, the platforms and duration of usage, and a budget range. For active players, also mention any match or tournament windows you want to avoid.
Will Praveen review the script? Yes. Scripts, product claims and creative are shared with Praveen’s team for approval before the shoot, which is standard for celebrity campaigns.
Can Praveen do social media posts for a brand? Yes, subject to approval. Instagram posts, reels and stories are commonly bundled with endorsement and appearance deals, and the number of posts, captions and tagging are agreed in the contract.
Is Praveen available for events outside the season? Appearances in other cities can be arranged depending on schedule. Travel, stay and the appearance window are agreed upfront so the day runs smoothly.
Can we book Praveen for a virtual appearance? Video messages, live sessions and recorded greetings are often possible and can be a cost-effective option for internal events, launches and digital campaigns.
How is Praveen Kumar’s fee decided? Fees are not published. They depend on the deliverables, shoot or appearance days, usage rights, platforms, territories, campaign length and any category exclusivity, and they are confirmed with Praveen’s team for each brief.
Enquire for a campaign or event
Choose the format you are planning. These are enquiry options, not confirmed services; Praveen Kumar’s team decides which briefs they accept.
- Brand endorsement
- Brand ambassador
- TV commercial
- Digital or social campaign
- Product launch
- Corporate event
- Public event or performance
- Commercial shoot or other
Fees are not published. They depend on deliverables, usage rights, duration and dates, and are confirmed with the talent’s team for your brief.
