Cricket captains urge Pakistani government to ensure medical care for Imran Khan

Twenty-one captains of cricket teams across Pakistan have formally appealed to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, urging his administration to guarantee that former prime minister Imran Khan receives prompt and independent medical care. The letter, signed by captains of provincial, departmental and club sides, cites recent reports of Khan’s deteriorating health while in custody and stresses the need for an unbiased medical assessment to ensure his wellbeing.

The request comes amid heightened scrutiny of Khan’s treatment following his arrest on corruption charges earlier this year. Authorities have not yet disclosed the specifics of his medical condition, prompting the cricket community to call for transparency and adherence to international standards for the care of detainees. Government officials have said they are reviewing the appeal, while human‑rights groups have also called for independent oversight. The captains’ plea adds pressure on the Sharif administration to address concerns about due process and health rights in a politically sensitive case.