Riyan Parag, captain of the Rajasthan Royals in the Indian Premier League (IPL), was filmed vaping in the dressing room during a match against the Punjab Kings, prompting officials to label the act as reckless given the scrutiny of social media and television cameras. An IPL source remarked that while many players use e-cigarettes, doing so in the dressing room is particularly risky. This incident has reignited discussions about player privacy, which was a topic of concern at a recent captains' meeting in Mumbai ahead of IPL 2026. Captains expressed discomfort with cameras capturing footage from the dressing room, especially as players may not always be fully dressed. Although the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) stated that camera feeds are determined by broadcasters, the incident may lead to a review of current practices. Furthermore, the Prohibition of Electronic Cigarettes Act (PECA) of 2019 strictly prohibits the use and advertisement of e-cigarettes in India. Health experts, including those from Johns Hopkins Medicine, warn that while vaping may be less harmful than traditional smoking, it poses significant health risks due to nicotine addiction and its effects on cardiovascular health.