Rajasthan Royals’ interim captain Riyan Parag has been penalized ₹12 lakh by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) for maintaining a slow over-rate during their IPL 2025 fixture against Chennai Super Kings at the Barsapara Stadium on Sunday.
First Win Marred by Fine
The sanction came on the heels of Rajasthan Royals’ first victory of the season, breaking their losing streak after defeats against Sunrisers Hyderabad and Kolkata Knight Riders. Despite the morale-boosting win, the team’s slow over-rate drew disciplinary action from the league authorities.
Second Captain Penalized This Season
With this incident, Parag becomes the second captain in IPL 2025 to be fined for over-rate violations. Hardik Pandya, leading Mumbai Indians, was the first to face similar consequences earlier this season. The IPL has been strict about enforcing over-rate rules to maintain match timings and viewer engagement.
What’s Next for Rajasthan Royals?
While the fine may not directly affect the team’s standing, it serves as a reminder for all franchises to manage game pace efficiently. Rajasthan Royals will look to carry forward the momentum of their win while keeping discipline on and off the field in upcoming matches.
