In a surprising turn of events, Rajasthan Royals faced yet another setback when their captain Riyan Parag was caught on camera indulging in vaping inside the dressing room during a recent IPL match. BCCI officials are believed to be reviewing the footage. Insiders say the matter is likely to be handled as per the IPL code of conduct. “There is no defined punishment in the IPL code of conduct. BCCI will seek a legal opinion,” the source said. JAIPUR: Rajasthan Royals are again under scrutiny for a disciplinary offence, just days after their team manager was arrested for using a mobile phone in the dugout. This time, captain Riyan Parag found himself at the center of a fresh controversy after television cameras caught him apparently vaping in the team dressing room during Tuesday night’s clash against Punjab Kings in New Chandigarh.The moment came in the 16th over of the second innings while Rajasthan were chasing a target of 223. As the broadcast focused on the dressing room for reaction shots, Riyan was seen puffing on what appeared to be an e-cigarette. Teammates Yashasvi Jaiswal and Dhruv Jurel were seen nearby.
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Kumar Sangakkara on RR’s win over Punjab KingsAlthough the Royals secured a six-wicket win, the result was quickly overshadowed by intense chatter surrounding their captain’s off-field behaviour.India’s Electronic Cigarette Prohibition Act of 2019 prohibits the manufacture, sale, distribution, storage and advertising of vapes, with violations punishable by fines and in some cases imprisonment of up to six months for possession offences. While personal use in private spaces rarely leads to prosecution, the highly public environment of live IPL has exacerbated the problem.BCCI officials are believed to be reviewing the footage. Insiders say the matter is likely to be handled as per the IPL code of conduct. “There is no defined punishment in the IPL code of conduct. BCCI will seek a legal opinion,” the source said.Royals sources said, “There is no communication from the BCCI so far. Coach Kumar Sangakkara spoke to Riyan about the matter after the match.”
