Sanjeev Kumar
khelja|29-04-2026
Will there be major action against Riyan Parag? (PC-PTI)
Riyan Parag Vaping: Rajasthan Royals captain Riyan Parag is caught in a new controversy in IPL 2026. This player was seen vaping during the match against Punjab Kings, which is completely banned. When Riyan Parag was vaping, someone made a video of him and it went viral on social media. This matter has now reached BCCI and according to reports, BCCI has sought an answer from Riyan Parag. It is being told that major action can be taken against Riyan Parag on this matter, although this action will be taken after his reply.
Vaping is banned
Let us tell you that the government has banned e-cigarettes. According to BCCI rules, there is a strict ban on smoking and vaping except in selected places and Riyan Parag was doing this in the dressing room itself. Now Riyan Parag may have to suffer its side-effects. Riyan Parag's entire match fee may be deducted. Let us tell you that Riyan Parag is not the only cricketer who has smoked cigarette or e-cigarette. Before him, Aaron Finch was seen doing this in the year 2020 and AB de Villiers was also seen doing this during the SA20 match.
Riyan Parag has performed poorly
Riyan Parag has not performed anything special so far in IPL 2026. This player has scored 117 runs in 9 matches at an average of 14.6. His strike rate is only 124.4. Riyan Parag is being trolled a lot because of his poor performance and now this player has come into the limelight due to his wrongdoings. However, the good thing is that Rajasthan team is performing well under the captaincy of Riyan Parag. On Tuesday, Rajasthan defeated Punjab by 6 wickets. Rajasthan Royals have won 6 out of 9 matches this season and this team is at third place in the points table.
