Updated On: 03 February, 2025 03:28 PM IST | Thane | mid-day online correspondent
Inspired by Mitchell Starc, Praveen trained rigorously for seven years, doing off jobs here and there and slowly mastering tennis-ball cricket and excelling in local leagues before earning a spot in ISPL Season 2

Parveen Kumar
Falcon Risers Hyderabad delivered a commanding performance to secure their fourth victory in ISPL Season 2, crushing Srinagar by nine wickets at the Dadoji Kondadev Stadium on Sunday. A masterclass in disciplined bowling from Parveen Kumar set the tone for Hyderabad, restricting Srinagar to a meager 62/8 before a blistering knock from Krishna Satpute sealed the chase in just 5.2 overs.
Inspired by Mitchell Starc, Praveen trained rigorously for seven years, doing off jobs here and there and slowly mastering tennis-ball cricket and excelling in local leagues before earning a spot in ISPL Season 2. His selection brought both financial stability and a platform to showcase his talent. Parveen Kumar’s journey from playing in local leagues to dominating ISPL reflects the spirit of the tournament—where raw talent meets opportunity.