Riyan Parag, the captain of Rajasthan Royals, was fined 25% of his match fee after being caught vaping inside the team dressing room during an IPL 2026 match against Punjab Kings in Mullanpur. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) stated that Parag's actions brought the game into 'disrepute' and he has also received one demerit point for violating Level 1 of the IPL's Code of Conduct. The vaping incident occurred during the second innings, and Parag admitted to the offence. The BCCI is not stopping at this fine; it is considering stringent actions against the Rajasthan Royals, including potential penalties for the team, its officials, and other players. This follows the Indian government's ban on e-cigarettes in 2019, which carries penalties of up to one year in prison and/or a fine of ₹1 lakh (approximately $1,200 USD) for first-time offenders. The BCCI's statement emphasized the importance of maintaining the integrity and reputation of the IPL.