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Riyan Parag fined 25 percent for vaping in dressing room during IPL match
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Published on 30 April 2026
A demerit point followed the vape breach
Rajasthan Royals captain Riyan Parag has been fined 25% of his match fee and handed a demerit point after vaping in the dressing room during an IPL game against Punjab Kings. Parag accepted the sanction, while the BCCI said it is reviewing whether further action is needed to protect the league’s image and enforce conduct rules.
- Parag was fined 25% of his match fee
- He also received a demerit point for the vape breach
- The incident happened during a match vs Punjab Kings
- BCCI is reviewing additional steps to uphold IPL image
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