Former Pakistan wicketkeeper-batter
The former wicketkeeper released a video message on Saturday, highlighting that Imran’s contributions to the sport remain significant and that his fundamental rights as a citizen and former leader must be respected. Moin’s intervention adds to a mounting chorus of concern from the global cricketing community, following a similar public plea from batting legend Javed Miandad.
International Support for Former Captain
Imran Khan has been held at Adiala jail in Rawalpindi since 2023 following convictions in corruption cases, all of which he continues to deny. As concerns regarding his physical condition have intensified, the Pakistan Supreme Court recently intervened, ordering that he be transported to a hospital for medical examinations. Although he was taken for treatment, he has since been returned to prison custody.
The movement to secure better healthcare for the former all-rounder has transcended borders. A group of 22 former international captains from nations including India, England, the West Indies, and New Zealand have written to Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, requesting constitutional safeguards and adequate medical support for their former peer. This follows an earlier appeal made by 14 former captains in February.
Concerns Over Physical Condition
Australian cricket legend Greg Chappell, who has been instrumental in coordinating support among former players, recently expressed alarm regarding Imran’s current state. Chappell noted that recent footage of the former captain being moved in a wheelchair suggested a significant decline in his physical robustness compared to their meeting six years ago. Chappell also cited reports of health struggles, including issues with his vision and the impact of prolonged isolation.
The situation has also created friction within the sport's administration. The
