Rajasthan Royals (RR) captain of Riyan Parag He became the center of a major controversy when videos of him vaping in his dressing room went viral on social media. The incident happened during Rajasthan’s thrilling run chase against Punjab Kings on Tuesday and became one of the most talked-about moments of the night.
Riyan Parag captured vaping in RR dressing room
The broadcast cameras captured Parag in the 16th over of Rajasthan’s innings, where he was seen dancing with his teammates. Dhruv Jurel And Yashasvi Jaiswal Appeared to be using an e-cigarette or vape device while sitting with. The clip quickly spread online, causing fans and critics to question the seriousness of the act, especially given the strict rules regarding smoking and vaping in stadium premises.
These scenes have generated strong reactions as smoking is strictly prohibited in dressing rooms and most stadium premises, except in specially designated smoking areas. More importantly, the alleged use of the vape device has raised legal concerns, as e-cigarettes are banned nationally in India under the Electronic Cigarettes Act (PECA) of 2019.
Here is the video:
Riyan parag was caught vaping in dressing room ,how it's allowed inside dressing room bcci whats happening pic.twitter.com/BsYHuunBuj
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Vaping rules and stadium restrictions
Under the law, the production, sale, purchase, import, export, transportation, storage and advertising of electronic cigarettes is prohibited. Violating this Act can result in serious penalties, including imprisonment and heavy fines. This has made the incident even more sensitive, as many believe that players, especially captains, are expected to maintain discipline and set an example on and off the field.
Although there is no official statement yet from Rajasthan Royals, BCCI, or Parag on the viral footage, the incident has already created a storm online. Fans are now waiting to see if the board will review the matter and take disciplinary action.
Another controversy adds to RR’s challenging season
Interestingly, this is not the first controversy involving Rajasthan Royals this season. Earlier in the season, the franchise faced criticism when the team manager Romi Bhinder Was seen using his phone in the dugout, a violation of PMOA protocol. The moment was also captured on live television and later reviewed by the BCCI.
Following an internal investigation, the board reportedly warned Bhinder and fined him. With Parag’s latest controversy now making headlines, Rajasthan Royals have once again found themselves in the unwanted attention away from cricketing performances.
RR completes impressive chase despite off-field drama
Despite the controversy, Rajasthan Royals displayed one of the most memorable chases of this season. After winning the toss, Parag decided to bowl first, but Punjab Kings scored a huge 222/4 in their 20 overs. Prabhsimran Singh Made a strong contribution by scoring 59 runs in 44 balls, while Marcus Stoinis changed the course of the game by scoring an unbeaten 62 runs in just 22 balls, which included four fours and six sixes.
In reply, Rajasthan Royals showed remarkable composure. Jaiswal took the lead by scoring 51 runs, while the young sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi Made an important contribution of 43 runs. final touch Donovan Ferreira Came from, whose unbeaten 52 took RR home with four balls to spare, ensuring a thrilling win and keeping their playoff hopes alive.
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