Pradeepkumar Yadav
Pradeepkumar Yadav is an Indian cricket coach and sports fitness trainer based in Nagpur, Maharashtra. He is the founder of the PKY Specialised Cricket Clinic and the Share A Smile Multipurpose Society (SASMS). Known as Coach PKY, he is the first coach from Vidarbha to earn an ICC Level 2 certification. Over the past 15 years, he has trained many cricketers, many of whom have gone on to represent India at the national and international levels.
Early Life
Pradeepkumar Yadav was born on 8 January 1991 in Nagpur, Maharashtra, India. From an early age, he showed a deep interest in cricket and fitness, which later shaped his professional path as both a player and coach.
Education
- Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical & Power) – Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University
- ICC Level 2 Coaching Certificate – ICC Academy, Dubai
- Bachelor of Physical Education is from RTMNU
- Schooling from Saraswati Vidhyalaya
Career
Pradeep began his cricket journey as a player, representing Maharashtra in Under-16 and Under-19 Nationals, and also captained Nagpur University in National University tournaments. His coaching journey began in 2008, leading to several impactful roles:
- Founder & Secretary – Share A Smile Multipurpose Society (SASMS) since 2014
- Founder & Head Coach – PKY Specialised Cricket Clinic (2008–present)
- Cricket Coach – National Academy of Direct Taxes (2014–2020)
- Sub-Editor (Sports) – The Hitavada (2017–2018)
- Coach – Dr. Ambedkar College Sports Academy (2010–2017)
- Coach – Nagpur Cricket Academy (2017–2021)
- Head Coach – SB City College Cricket Academy (2022–2023)
- PE Teacher – Home for Aged and Handicapped
Pradeepkumar Yadav has gained a reputation in Nagpur for his result-driven coaching style. Several of his trainees have gone on to represent in BCCI board-level matches, underlining the effectiveness of his programs.
He was also the first in Nagpur to organize a Fast Bowlers Workshop, focused on building technical strength and performance among pace bowlers.
His academy, PKY Specialised Cricket Clinic, was officially certified by Sanspareils Greenlands (SG), making it a recognized training center. SG also selected his academy for a sponsorship involving the launch of its new SG Super Balls, which were used during the Fast Bowlers Workshop a first-of-its-kind collaboration in India.
In July 2025, he completed the Pro Coaching Foundation program by Royals Coaching Hub, further strengthening his advanced coaching credentials.
Achievements
- First ICC Level 2 Certified Cricket Coach from Vidarbha
- Over many students trained – several representing India, Germany, UAE, UK, USA
- Notable trainees:
- Samarth Nathani – VCA U-14
- Shraddha Nabira – VCA U-15, U-19
- Aarohi Bambode – VCA U-19, U-23, Senior
- Sanskruti Gullane – Arunachal Pradesh U-19 (BCCI)
- Akshay Puri – Represented Singapore in T20 Internationals
- Siddhi Thakre & Viddhi Deshmukh – VCA U-15 Camp
Brand Collaborations & Sponsorships
Pradeepkumar Yadav has been actively associated with top sports brands through valuable partnerships and sponsorships. He has been proudly partnered with Fast&Up India, the country’s leading sports nutrition brand, since 2020. Additionally, he is a sponsored coach for RapidArm+, an innovative cricket training tool supported by India and Australia, and receives gear support from Masterstrokes Sports, known for their quality cricket equipment.
People Reviews
- "Coach PKY has changed my son’s attitude and fitness completely. His dedication goes beyond the field."
Parent of Yuvaan Mittal
- "A rare coach who gives the same attention to both elite athletes and specially-abled students. Truly inspirational."
Sister Ida Fos, Principal, Snehasadan Divyang School
- "One of the most committed coaches I’ve seen in grassroots cricket. His training camps are professional and player-focused."
Sanket Khedkar, Video Analyst
Philanthropy
Through Share A Smile Multipurpose Society, Pradeep works to uplift specially-abled athletes, orphans, widows, and underprivileged communities by conducting inclusive sports coaching and life-skills workshops.
Personal Life
Pradeep resides in Nagpur, Maharashtra. His coaching mantra emphasizes “quality over quantity”, and he actively promotes inclusive, personal coaching. He continues to train young talent using modern, tech-driven methodologies.