Is Riyan Parag first IPL cricketer caught vaping on cam? Viral video captures former RCB, MI star in the act
Riyan Parag was caught vaping in the Rajasthan Royals' dressing room during an IPL 2026 match, sparking a controversy.Summary
Riyan Parag has sparked a controversy after a video surfaced showing him vaping inside the Rajasthan Royals' dressing room during their IPL 2026 match against Punjab Kings. The incident occurred during the 16th over of the run chase, where Parag was seen exhaling smoke in front of teammates Dhruv Jurel and Yashasvi Jaiswal. While the Rajasthan Royals won the game, the celebrations were marred by the viral video. Parag faces potential legal consequences under India's Prohibition of Electronic Cigarettes Act (PECA) 2019, which prohibits the production, sale, and use of electronic cigarettes. However, he is not the first cricketer to be caught vaping in the IPL; former Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) opener Aaron Finch was also caught doing so during IPL 2020. The incident has also reignited the debate over players' privacy in the dressing room, with some captains previously objecting to cameras panning inside the room during live broadcasts. The BCCI and Rajasthan Royals have not yet commented on the matter.
(Source：Livemint)
