Not Riyan Parag, BCCI to Punish This Person in Vape Incident

The recent IPL 2026 match between Rajasthan Royals (RR) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) is still creating buzz among cricketing fans and media. In the live broadcast, Rajasthan Royals captain Riyan Parag was allegedly spotted using a vape in the team dressing room.

While the video sparked a massive debate on social media about discipline and player conduct, there have been discussions about Parag's punishment. According to recent reports, including details from the ANI reporter, Vipul Kashyap, the BCCI is reportedly looking to penalize someone else apart from Parag for this security lapse.

Match Referee To Be Punished in Riyan Parag Vape Incident

The BCCI is expected to take strict action against the match referee, apart from the player himself. The match referee in Riyan Parag vape incident was Amit Sharma. The board is questioning how a banned substance like an e-cigarette was allowed into the high-security dressing room area during a live match.
RR captain Riyan Parag is likely to serve some punishment for his acts during the PBKS vs RR IPL 2026 match. The incident has reportedly caused harm to the reputation of the IPL, the biggest cricket league in the world.

Role of Match Referee in Riyan Parag Vape Incident

The match referee, Amit Sharma, holds the ultimate responsibility for maintaining the integrity and discipline of the match environment. It is the referee's duty to ensure that no prohibited or unauthorized items enter the players' dressing rooms.

The use of vape in the Indian Premier League causes a big harm to the league's reputation. Its use is not allowed in India. The incident eventually led to a fine of 25% of Riyan's match earnings for general misconduct.

Despite this off-field drama, Rajasthan have been in sensational form during IPL 2026. They currently sit third in the IPL points table with six wins from nine matches. Powered by explosive opening stands and clinical finishes, the team recently handed league toppers Punjab Kings their first defeat of the entire season.