Riyan Parag Likely to Avoid Major Punishment for Vaping Incident in IPL
Parag Won't Face Big BCCI Punishment Despite Vaping Row. Report Claims Why
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Riyan Parag, captain of the Rajasthan Royals, was caught vaping in the dressing room during an IPL match against the Punjab Kings, sparking social media outrage. Despite the incident, reports suggest he may only receive a warning, as there are no specific penalties for vaping in the IPL rulebook.
- 01Riyan Parag was caught vaping during an IPL match, leading to social media backlash.
- 02The Indian government banned e-cigarettes in 2019, with penalties for offenders.
- 03Reports indicate that the IPL may not impose significant punishment on Parag.
- 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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Riyan Parag, the captain of the Rajasthan Royals cricket team, was filmed vaping in the dressing room during a match against the Punjab Kings, which led to considerable backlash on social media. Despite the Indian government's ban on e-cigarettes since 2019, which carries penalties of up to one year in prison and fines of ₹1 lakh (approximately $1,200 USD), reports suggest that Parag may not face severe consequences. According to sources, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) may issue a warning but lacks provisions in the IPL rulebook to penalize players for vaping. The BCCI intends to seek an explanation from Parag, emphasizing the need for discretion in the age of social media. This incident is not the first controversy for the Rajasthan Royals this season, as team manager Romi Bhinder was previously fined for breaching protocols.
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This incident highlights the need for stricter adherence to regulations among players, especially in a public setting, which could influence future conduct in professional sports.
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