Rajasthan Royals (RR) captain Riyan Parag's video, allegedly showing him vaping during the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 match between RR and PBKS game went viral. The footage surfaced during the 16th over of the Rajasthan Royals’ innings, when cameras briefly focused on the dressing room. Parag appeared to be using an e-cigarette while seated alongside teammates Dhruv Jurel and Yashasvi Jaiswal.

IPL 2026 match RR and PBKS on April 28, RR secured a six-wicket victory, handing PBKS their first defeat of the season. Donovan Ferreira played a key role in the win, scoring 52 runs off 26 balls and earning the Player of the Match award. However, more than the result of the match, discussions on social media have centred around.

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Smoking and vaping are prohibited inside stadium premises and dressing rooms under venue regulations. In India, the manufacture, sale and use of e-cigarettes are also banned under the Prohibition of Electronic Cigarettes Act, 2019. Violations can attract fines and legal action.

The incident has triggered widespread reactions on social media, with users speculating about possible disciplinary action from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). However, no official statement has been issued by the BCCI or Rajasthan Royals so far.

Some social media users have also claimed that Parag could face suspension, though these reports remain unverified. Earlier this season, RR team management had also faced scrutiny after a team official was warned and fined for allegedly using a mobile phone in the dugout.