‘I urge others to speak up’: Ex-Pak cricketer's emotional appeal for Imran Khan
Former Pakistani cricketer Moin Khan has publicly appealed to the Pakistani government and jail authorities to provide proper medical care to incarcerated former Prime Minister Imran Khan. This follows similar calls from other prominent figures in the Pakistani cricket community.
Why it matters
The health of a former head of state and high-profile political prisoner is a significant point of contention in Pakistan's current political climate.
NEW DELHI: Former Pakistan wicketkeeper-batter Moin Khan has joined the growing chorus of voices expressing concern over the deteriorating health of former Pakistan captain and 1992 World Cup-winning leader Imran Khan, urging the country's authorities to ensure that the 73-year-old receives proper medical treatment in jail.Moin, a key member of Pakistan's World Cup-winning side under Imran, released an emotional video message on Saturday in which he appealed to the government, Adiala jail authorities and fellow cricketers to stand up for the former all-rounder. His intervention came shortly after batting great Javed Miandad also made an impassioned appeal in support of Imran.Imran has been incarcerated at Adiala jail in Rawalpindi since 2023 after being convicted in corruption cases, which he continues to deny.
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