IPL captain – Riyan Parag was fined for vaping in the dressing room during an IPL match after footage went viral on social media.
A viral clip from an IPL dressing room has turned a quick moment into a real disciplinary headache for Riyan Parag.
Misryoum reports that the Rajasthan Royals captain was fined after images showed him using an e-cigarette during a match against Punjab Kings. The footage aired during the game and spread rapidly online, turning a private setting into public controversy.
In Misryoum’s update, the league said Parag admitted to the offence and accepted the sanction. Along with the fine, the decision also included a demerit point for the skipper.
This is a reminder that in today’s IPL, visibility can be unforgiving. Even incidents that might look minor to some are treated as matters of league discipline and public compliance.
The situation is made more sensitive by India’s e-cigarette rules. Misryoum notes that e-cigarettes have been banned under a 2019 law covering manufacturing, import, sale, and storage, regardless of nicotine content. Separate provisions also prohibit personal possession and vaping in public.
Meanwhile, the IPL’s response signals that the matter could extend beyond one player. Misryoum reports that the board is considering “stringent action” that may involve the Rajasthan Royals, relevant officials, and other players, with the stated goal of protecting the league’s reputation.
Misryoum also points to a wider pattern of scrutiny within the franchise. Rajasthan were previously fined for another on-field-related breach, reinforcing how quickly rules can become headline news when they’re caught or broadcast.
In this context, the real takeaway is that cricket’s entertainment value now coexists with strict compliance expectations. For players and teams, viral visibility is no longer separate from accountability.