Rajasthan Royals captain Riyan Parag was caught vaping in the dressing room during the IPL 2026 match against Punjab Kings, sparking a controversy. The act drew immediate backlash on social media due to e-cigarettes being banned in India since 2019. The issue of lack of privacy in the dressing room was also raised by IPL captains during a pre-season meeting with BCCI officials. The concern was not specifically about e-cigarettes but about players’ privacy, which the BCCI may now review. IPL and BCCI officials labeled Parag’s actions as careless, especially in the age of social media and constant camera scrutiny. Rajasthan Royals are yet to comment on the matter. This incident is not the first controversy the franchise has faced this season, as earlier their team manager was fined for breaching protocol. The BCCI may be forced to take action in light of Parag’s actions.
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