IND vs ENG Test: Ex-Pak cricketer accuses India of using ‘vaseline’, gets brutal clapback after historic win

In a thrilling finale to the Test series against England, India not only fought back to level the series 2-2 but also carved a place in history with a nerve-racking six-run win at The Oval. This young squad, led by Shubman Gill with missing stalwarts like Kohli, Rohit, and Ashwin, defied expectations and proved that Indian cricket's next generation is ready to shoulder responsibility and silence doubters.

Siraj’s Fire Seals Series Comeback

Mohammed Siraj was the heartbeat of India’s remarkable comeback in the final Test. With England just 35 runs away from victory and four wickets in hand, Siraj rose to the occasion, delivering a sensational spell. He picked up 5 wickets for 104 runs — including the final nail in England’s coffin by knocking over Gus Atkinson’s off-stump. His last-day burst of 3 wickets for 9 runs in just 25 balls was nothing short of heroic.

Even Sachin Tendulkar lauded him, saying,

“I love his attitude, the spring in his legs. Bowling at 90 mph after more than 1,000 deliveries shows big heart.”

I think
India used Vaseline
After 80 + over
Ball still shine like new
Umpire should send this ball to lab for examine

— Shabbir Ahmed Khan (@ShabbirTestCric) August 4, 2025

Ball-Tampering Claims & Social Media Rebuttal

But the celebrations were briefly clouded by a surprising allegation. Former Pakistan pacer Shabbir Ahmed accused India of using Vaseline to shine the ball, claiming its glow post-80 overs was suspicious.

Social media was quick to hit back, mocking the claim with reminders of Shahid Afridi’s infamous 2010 ball-biting incident. The accusations were dismissed as baseless, lacking any evidence.

Shahid Afridi

A Series to Remember

In the end, India’s young guns not only brought home a drawn series on foreign soil but also walked away with pride, poise, and Siraj’s name etched into cricketing folklore.