Imran Khan’s journey from World Cup hero to Pakistan PM and prisoner: Full story
Imran Khan's sons have raised serious concerns regarding the former Pakistan Prime Minister's health and prison conditions, alleging isolation and mistreatment. The controversy spilled into the sports world when the Pakistan Cricket Board reportedly intervened to prevent the airing of an interview about Khan during a cricket match.
Why it matters
The intersection of political imprisonment and sports broadcasting highlights the intense political polarization and censorship issues currently facing Pakistan.
Imran Khan’s prison conditions have become the centre of a fresh controversy involving Pakistan cricket, after his sons raised concerns about his health in an interview with former England captain Michael Atherton.The interview, featuring Khan’s sons Sulaiman and Kasim, was broadcast by Sky Sports during the lunch break on Day 1 of the second Test between England and Pakistan at Lord’s. The programme triggered a strong reaction from the Pakistan Cricket Board, with reports suggesting the Pakistan team had even considered refusing to return to the field if the interview was aired.The threat ultimately amounted to talks rather than action.
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