Praveen Kumar is an Indian cricketer who had good swing bowling skills. He represented India between 2007 and 2012. One of the unsung heroes of the World Cup 2011, he played for India that season, and yet he remains a crucial player in that victory. After his retirement in 2018, Kumar also came public with his problems related to mental health conditions. In 2025, he renewed as chairman of the senior men’s selection committee of the Uttar Pradesh Cricket Association. The next article deals with his career and post-retirement life, with challenges and a resurgence in cricket administration, indicating his strength of character and a zeal for cricket.