BCCI Penalizes Riyan Parag for Vaping Incident During IPL Match
BCCI takes action against Riyan Parag for using vape, bringing game into disrepute: ‘Warning also issued’
Hindustan Times
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Riyan Parag, captain of the Rajasthan Royals, has been fined 25% of his match fee and received a demerit point for vaping in the dressing room during an IPL match against the Punjab Kings. The incident has drawn significant backlash and raised concerns about player conduct and adherence to the IPL Code of Conduct.
- 01Riyan Parag fined 25% of his match fee for vaping in the dressing room.
- 02The incident occurred during a live broadcast, attracting public scrutiny.
- 03Parag received one demerit point for breaching the IPL's Code of Conduct.
- 04The BCCI is considering further actions to uphold the integrity of the IPL.
- 05Vaping is prohibited in enclosed stadium areas under Indian law.
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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.
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This incident highlights the need for players to adhere to conduct guidelines, impacting how teams manage player behavior.
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