Riyan Parag Escapes Major Punishment for Vaping Incident in IPL
Riyan Parag Won't Get Big Punishment From BCCI Despite Vaping Row In IPL. Report Claims Why
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Rajasthan Royals captain Riyan Parag was caught vaping in the dressing room during an IPL match against Punjab Kings, sparking controversy. Despite the incident, reports suggest he may only receive a warning from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) due to a lack of specific penalties in the IPL rulebook.
- 01Riyan Parag was filmed vaping in the dressing room during an IPL match.
- 02The Indian government banned e-cigarettes in 2019, with penalties for offenders.
- 03Reports indicate Parag may only receive a warning, as there are no specific penalties in the IPL rulebook.
- 04The BCCI plans to seek an explanation from Parag regarding the incident.
- 05This incident follows another controversy involving the Rajasthan Royals' team manager.
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Rajasthan Royals captain Riyan Parag recently found himself in hot water after being caught vaping in the dressing room during an IPL match against Punjab Kings. This incident, which was broadcast live, ignited a social media backlash. Although vaping is prohibited in India due to a government ban enacted in 2019, reports suggest that Parag may not face significant repercussions from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) since the IPL rulebook lacks provisions for penalizing players for vaping. Instead, he might receive a warning. A BCCI official stated that they would seek an explanation from Parag, emphasizing that vaping is not allowed. This is not the first incident involving the Rajasthan Royals this season, as team manager Romi Bhinder was previously fined for breaching protocol by using his mobile phone in the dugout.
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The incident raises awareness about the legal implications of vaping in India and the responsibilities of public figures in adhering to laws.
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