Kapil Dev and Sunil Gawaskar along with 14 ex-captains appeal for medical care of Imran Khan

Fourteen former international cricket captains have written to the Pakistan government demanding immediate and better medical care for Imran Khan, citing his deteriorating health. Surprisingly, no former Pakistani captain is included in this list.

Post Published By: Karan Sharma

Updated : 17 February 2026, 6:09 PM IST

Global concern over Imran Khan's health (Image Source: Internet)

New Delhi: Former captaians of the international cricket community has expressed serious concern over the health of Imran Khan, the former Prime Minister of Pakistan and the 1992 World Cup-winning captain, by writing a letter to the Pakistan government.

The deteriorating health of 73-year-old Imran Khan, particularly his declining eyesight, has worried many legendary players. In this regard, 14 former international captains from around the world have written a joint letter to the Pakistan government, demanding immediate and better medical care for him.

Signatures from several countries, including India

The signatories to the letter include legendary Indian batsman Sunil Gavaskar and former World Cup-winning captain Kapil Dev. Other names include Greg Chappell, Allan Border, Steve Waugh, Clive Lloyd, Michael Atherton, and Nasser Hussain. Surprisingly, no former Pakistani captain is named on this list.

What are the key points in the letter?

The former captains wrote in their letter that Imran Khan has been one of the greatest all-rounders and successful captains in world cricket. He created history by leading Pakistan to the World Cup in 1992.

Recent reports of his health, particularly his vision loss of up to 85 percent, are extremely concerning. The letter appeals to the Pakistani government to provide him with proper treatment by expert doctors and to maintain humane and dignified detention conditions.

According to reports, Imran Khan has been in prison since August 2023 and was sentenced to 31 years in prison in December 2025. His family has alleged that he is not receiving adequate medical care and is not allowed to meet his family.

Humanitarian Appeal Beyond Sportsmanship

At the end of the letter, it was clarified that this appeal is not an interference in any legal process but is based on sportsmanship and humanitarian values. Cricket has always been considered a bridge between nations, and this initiative has been taken in this spirit.