Imran Khan Medical Treatment: 14 former captains from around the world, including the legendary Sunil Gavaskar, Kapil Dev, Allan Border, and Steve Waugh, have come out in support of Imran Khan. The cricketing world is shocked by reports of the deteriorating health and failing eyesight of jailed former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan.
Gavaskar and Kapil Dev have sought medical help from the Pakistan government for jailed Imran Khan
On February 17, 2026, these cricket legends wrote a letter to Pakistan PM Shahbaz Sharif, demanding immediate treatment for the jailed Imran Khan by doctors of his choice, regular visits to his family, and the right to a fair and transparent legal process without delay.
14 former captains, including Gavaskar and Kapil Dev, have come out in support of Imran Khan.
Fourteen former international cricket captains have written a letter to the Pakistan government. Concerned about the deteriorating health of former Pakistan Prime Minister and 1992 World Cup-winning captain Imran Khan, they have appealed to Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif to ensure that the 73-year-old receives proper medical care and treatment in prison.
Which players have signed the letter?
Sunil Gavaskar and Kapil Dev from India, Greg Chappell, Ian Chappell, Allan Border, Steve Waugh, Kim Hughes, and Belinda Clark from Australia, Michael Atherton, Nasser Hussain, Michael Brearley, and David Gower from England, and Clive Lloyd (West Indies) and John Wright (New Zealand) have signed the letter. According to reports, no former Pakistani captains have signed the letter. However, last week, several former Pakistani cricketers, including Wasim Akram, Waqar Younis and Shahid Afridi, took to social media to demand proper treatment for Imran.
Concerns about health and prison conditions -
Recently, some serious reports have emerged about Imran Khan's condition, revealing that he has lost 85% of his vision in his right eye. This was revealed by an investigation ordered by the Pakistani Supreme Court. His son, Suleman, reported in December 2025 that his father was being held in a very small cell, known as the "death cell."
Imran Khan is suffering from mental stress -
According to reports, Imran Khan has been held in isolation in Adiala Jail since October 2023. His lawyer stated after a meeting that he appeared to be very upset and mentally stressed. The 73-year-old Imran also said that he was not allowed to receive treatment from his personal doctors. He was denied daily blood tests. Despite repeated requests, he had not been taken to a dentist in two years.
Additionally, visits from his family and lawyers have been restricted. Following recent changes in prison administration, Imran's wife can now visit him once a week for 30 minutes.
