Riyan Parag, the captain of Rajasthan Royals, faced disciplinary action from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) after being caught vaping in the dressing room during a live broadcast of the Indian Premier League (IPL) match against the Punjab Kings. The BCCI penalized him with a 25% fine of his match fee and issued one demerit point for violating Article 2.21 of the IPL's Code of Conduct, which addresses conduct that brings the game into disrepute. This incident, which occurred during the 16th over of Rajasthan's chase, has shifted focus from the team's performance to off-field behavior. Parag accepted the penalty and was also issued a warning against repeating such actions. The BCCI is exploring further options for action to maintain the integrity of the IPL, especially given India's strict laws against vaping under the Prohibition of Electronic Cigarettes Act (PECA), 2019, which bans the production and sale of e-cigarettes. The situation emphasizes the importance of player responsibility and adherence to regulations both on and off the field.