The sons of Pakistan former cricketer-turned-politician Imran Khan have accused the country’s powerful army chief Asim Munir of a “personal vendetta” against the imprisoned former prime minister and expressed fears their father is being “slowly killed” in jail. Khan’s sons said that the “cruel” treatment was being driven by “personal grudge” of Asim Munir.&nbsp;Kasim Khan, 27, and Sulaiman Khan, 29, have been persistent in advocating for the release of their father, who has been held in Adiala prison in Rawalpindi since his arrest in 2023, and is serving a 14-year sentence on corruption charges.The sons told the Guardian that they have not been allowed to speak to Khan for more than six months and have been prevented from travelling to Pakistan to lobby for his release.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/j-k-cm-omar-abdullah-praises-centre-over-pahalgam-attack-condemnation-at-brics-in-presence-of-pakistan-s-allies-1789478311956">J&amp;K CM Omar Abdullah praises Centre over Pahalgam attack condemnation at BRICS in presence of Pakistan’s allies</a><h2>‘Visas not granted more than nine months after applying’</h2>&nbsp;Khan’s sons said that they were keen to travel to Pakistan, but their visas have still not been granted more than nine months after applying.&nbsp;When Khan was prime minister, he had unceremoniously demoted Munir and the bad blood between them was well known. The persecution of Khan increased notably once Munir became army chief in 2023.“It’s very clear this is being driven by personal grudge and that’s one of the reasons he’s being treated so harshly, on the orders of Asim Munir,” said Sulaiman.&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2>‘A form of mental and physical torture’</h2>&nbsp;Khan’s sons from his first marriage to Jemima Goldsmith said they were “deeply, deeply concerned” about their father’s health and that the conditions he was being kept in amounted to “a form of mental and physical torture”.“The reality is that he is locked in a tiny 6x8ft cell without human contact,” said Sulaiman. “He hasn’t been allowed new books for months, and he’s not been allowed to see or speak to his family or a neutral doctor. He has an eye condition which was neglected for months and has meant he’s probably almost lost sight in one eye.”&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ai-has-the-potential-to-kill-us-all-ex-deepmind-researcher-sounds-alarm-on-superintelligence-threat-1789475011718">‘AI has the potential to kill us all’: Ex-DeepMind researcher sounds alarm on superintelligence threat</a>&nbsp;Late last month, Sky Sports aired an interview with Khasim and Sulaiman during its coverage of a test match between England and Pakistan. The Pakistan Cricket Board, whose chief is the country’s interior minister, made a formal complaint to Sky Sports after the broadcast and the Pakistani team threatened to refuse to return to the field after the lunch break.“It shows how out of touch they are with the rest of the world, that they thought they could silence media like they do at home. It just exposed them for the authoritarian regime that they are,” Sulaiman said.&nbsp;<h2>Khan’s prolonged detention violates international law: UN</h2>&nbsp;The UN has said Khan’s prolonged detention violates international law, and the UN’s special rapporteur on torture said his solitary confinement and detention conditions could amount to psychological torture.&nbsp;Sulaiman said the family had been told their father, 73, had also been diagnosed with high blood pressure. “More than anything, we just want to speak to him and make sure he’s OK,” he said.Last month, the supreme court ruled that Khan should be taken to a private hospital for treatment for a blood clot in his retinal vein, believed to have destroyed 85% of the sight in his right eye due to prolonged lack of medical attention. Khan was instead taken briefly to a government hospital, where he was given injections and taken back to prison,.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-ensuring-global-energy-supplies-trump-demands-reimbursement-for-securing-strait-of-hormuz-1789418289895">‘US ensuring global energy supplies’: Trump demands reimbursement for securing Strait of Hormuz</a><h2>‘They’re trying to slowly kill him in there’</h2>&nbsp;“We believe they’re trying to slowly kill him in there. Just as soon as there’s less pressure, we are sure they will put even harsher restrictions on him and try to finish him off. The one with the real vendetta here is the army chief Asim Munir,” said Kasim.&nbsp;On Wednesday, the supreme court will rule on a case alleging the Pakistan government has been in contempt of court by denying Khan private hospital treatment for a worsening eye condition and preventing family from visiting him or speaking with him in jail for more than six months, in violation of a court order.&nbsp;&nbsp;In a statement, the Pakistan government called the allegations “fake propaganda” and said Khan was being kept in adequate conditions, with access to home-cooked food, nuts, bottled water, exercise equipment, family visits and regular medical examinations.

Kasim Khan, 27, and Sulaiman Khan, 29, said they have not been allowed to speak to their father Imran Khan for more than six months. They added that they were keen to travel to Pakistan, but their visas have still not been granted more than nine months after applying.

The sons of Pakistan former cricketer-turned-politician Imran Khan have accused the country’s powerful army chief Asim Munir of a “personal vendetta” against the imprisoned former prime minister and expressed fears their father is being “slowly killed” in jail. Khan’s sons said that the “cruel” treatment was being driven by “personal grudge” of Asim Munir. Kasim Khan, 27, and Sulaiman Khan, 29, have been persistent in advocating for the release of their father, who has been held in Adiala prison in Rawalpindi since his arrest in 2023, and is serving a 14-year sentence on corruption charges. The sons told the Guardian that they have not been allowed to speak to Khan for more than six months and have been prevented from travelling to Pakistan to lobby for his release. Also Read: J&K CM Omar Abdullah praises Centre over Pahalgam attack condemnation at BRICS in presence of Pakistan’s allies ‘Visas not granted more than nine months after applying’ Khan’s sons said that they were keen to travel to Pakistan, but their visas have still not been granted more than nine months after applying. When Khan was prime minister, he had unceremoniously demoted Munir and the bad blood between them was well known. The persecution of Khan increased notably once Munir became army chief in 2023. “It’s very clear this is being driven by personal grudge and that’s one of the reasons he’s being treated so harshly, on the orders of Asim Munir,” said Sulaiman. ‘A form of mental and physical torture’ Khan’s sons from his first marriage to Jemima Goldsmith said they were “deeply, deeply concerned” about their father’s health and that the conditions he was being kept in amounted to “a form of mental and physical torture”. “The reality is that he is locked in a tiny 6x8ft cell without human contact,” said Sulaiman. “He hasn’t been allowed new books for months, and he’s not been allowed to see or speak to his family or a neutral doctor. He has an eye condition which was neglected for months and has meant he’s probably almost lost sight in one eye.” Also Read: ‘AI has the potential to kill us all’: Ex-DeepMind researcher sounds alarm on superintelligence threat Late last month, Sky Sports aired an interview with Khasim and Sulaiman during its coverage of a test match between England and Pakistan. The Pakistan Cricket Board, whose chief is the country’s interior minister, made a formal complaint to Sky Sports after the broadcast and the Pakistani team threatened to refuse to return to the field after the lunch break. “It shows how out of touch they are with the rest of the world, that they thought they could silence media like they do at home. It just exposed them for the authoritarian regime that they are,” Sulaiman said. Khan’s prolonged detention violates international law: UN The UN has said Khan’s prolonged detention violates international law, and the UN’s special rapporteur on torture said his solitary confinement and detention conditions could amount to psychological torture. Sulaiman said the family had been told their father, 73, had also been diagnosed with high blood pressure. “More than anything, we just want to speak to him and make sure he’s OK,” he said. Last month, the supreme court ruled that Khan should be taken to a private hospital for treatment for a blood clot in his retinal vein, believed to have destroyed 85% of the sight in his right eye due to prolonged lack of medical attention. Khan was instead taken briefly to a government hospital, where he was given injections and taken back to prison,. Also Read: ‘US ensuring global energy supplies’: Trump demands reimbursement for securing Strait of Hormuz ‘They’re trying to slowly kill him in there’ “We believe they’re trying to slowly kill him in there. Just as soon as there’s less pressure, we are sure they will put even harsher restrictions on him and try to finish him off. The one with the real vendetta here is the army chief Asim Munir,” said Kasim. On Wednesday, the supreme court will rule on a case alleging the Pakistan government has been in contempt of court by denying Khan private hospital treatment for a worsening eye condition and preventing family from visiting him or speaking with him in jail for more than six months, in violation of a court order. In a statement, the Pakistan government called the allegations “fake propaganda” and said Khan was being kept in adequate conditions, with access to home-cooked food, nuts, bottled water, exercise equipment, family visits and regular medical examinations.

Kasim Khan, 27, and Sulaiman Khan, 29, said they have not been allowed to speak to their father Imran Khan for more than six months. They added that they were keen to travel to Pakistan, but their visas have still not been granted more than nine months after applying.

Imran Khan’s sons accuse Asim Munir of holding ‘personal grudge’ against imprisoned father

Seven former Australia cricket captains have written to Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong, expressing humanitarian concerns over the detention of former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan, according to Cricinfo. The letter was signed by Allan Border, Greg Chappell, Ian Chappell, Belinda Clark, Kim Hughes, Mark Taylor and Steve Waugh.&nbsp;&nbsp;The former captains said that they were writing "not as diplomats or political figures, but as former captains who felt compelled to speak up".&nbsp;The group also made it clear that they were not taking any position on the legal or political cases involving Khan, saying those matters were for Pakistan to handle. Instead, they said their concern was about the treatment of people in detention, calling it “a matter of basic humanity, whatever their politics”.&nbsp;The latest letter is another appeal from former international cricketers regarding Khan, who previously led Pakistan in cricket before becoming the country’s prime minister.&nbsp;On Aug 23, 22 former international cricket captains from different countries had written to Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, seeking better medical care for Khan.&nbsp;They claimed that the treatment being provided to him did not meet the requirements of a Supreme Court directive.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/rift-in-france-football-dembele-hits-back-after-mbappe-s-chosen-one-remark-1789461966788">Rift in France football? Dembele hits back after Mbappe's 'chosen one' remark</a>&nbsp;The former captains made three requests. First, they asked for the medical board ordered by the Supreme Court, including Khan’s own doctors, to be allowed to carry out a complete and independent assessment of his health, particularly reports of vision loss in his right eye.&nbsp;Second, they called for the weekly family visits ordered by the court to take place without interruptions or administrative delays.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/premier-league-vars-involved-in-haaland-s-controversial-goal-vs-manchester-united-not-given-appointment-this-week-1789454931696">PL VARs, involved in Haaland's goal, not given appointment this week</a>&nbsp;Third, they asked authorities to provide Khan with the treatment recommended by the medical assessment without any delay.&nbsp;The August appeal followed an earlier letter in February, which was signed by 14 former international captains. Since then, former Pakistan stars Javed Miandad, Wasim Akram and Moin Khan have also raised concerns over the issue. Current Australia captain Pat Cummins has also spoken about the matter.

Jailed former Pakistan captain Imran Khan has received support from seven former Australian captains, who have expressed concern over his treatment in detention and called for proper medical care and access to his family and legal counsel.

Seven former Australia cricket captains have written to Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong, expressing humanitarian concerns over the detention of former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan, according to Cricinfo. The letter was signed by Allan Border, Greg Chappell, Ian Chappell, Belinda Clark, Kim Hughes, Mark Taylor and Steve Waugh. The former captains said that they were writing "not as diplomats or political figures, but as former captains who felt compelled to speak up". The group also made it clear that they were not taking any position on the legal or political cases involving Khan, saying those matters were for Pakistan to handle. Instead, they said their concern was about the treatment of people in detention, calling it “a matter of basic humanity, whatever their politics”. The latest letter is another appeal from former international cricketers regarding Khan, who previously led Pakistan in cricket before becoming the country’s prime minister. On Aug 23, 22 former international cricket captains from different countries had written to Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, seeking better medical care for Khan. They claimed that the treatment being provided to him did not meet the requirements of a Supreme Court directive. Also Read - Rift in France football? Dembele hits back after Mbappe's 'chosen one' remark The former captains made three requests. First, they asked for the medical board ordered by the Supreme Court, including Khan’s own doctors, to be allowed to carry out a complete and independent assessment of his health, particularly reports of vision loss in his right eye. Second, they called for the weekly family visits ordered by the court to take place without interruptions or administrative delays. Also Read - PL VARs, involved in Haaland's goal, not given appointment this week Third, they asked authorities to provide Khan with the treatment recommended by the medical assessment without any delay. The August appeal followed an earlier letter in February, which was signed by 14 former international captains. Since then, former Pakistan stars Javed Miandad, Wasim Akram and Moin Khan have also raised concerns over the issue. Current Australia captain Pat Cummins has also spoken about the matter.

Jailed former Pakistan captain Imran Khan has received support from seven former Australian captains, who have expressed concern over his treatment in detention and called for proper medical care and access to his family and legal counsel.

7 former Australian captains back humanitarian plea for Imran Khan

In major relief to the jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan, a Pakistan court has barred any further solitary confinement for him and his wife, Bushra Bibi, while serving their prison sentences. The Islamabad High Court (IHC) also directed the Adiala Jail authorities to facilitate family meetings with Khan as permitted under jail rules and make arrangements for telephone conversations between him and his sons.&nbsp;The 73-year-old cricketer-turned-politician and his wife are serving lengthy prison sentences in corruption and related cases at Adiala Jail in Rawalpindi.&nbsp;Khan’s sister, Aleema Khanum, had approached the court against the solitary confinement of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party founder, while Bushra Bibi’s daughter Mubashara Khawar Maneka filed a petition for relief to her.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/former-uk-pm-keir-starmer-to-step-down-as-mp-focus-on-international-affairs-1788264516443">Former UK PM Keir Starmer to step down as MP, focus on international affairs</a><h2>‘Provide newspapers and books, ensure medical facilities’</h2>&nbsp;Pronouncing the verdict, Justice Khadim Hussain Soomro also directed the Adiala jail authorities to provide Khan with newspapers and books daily and ensure that he receives medical facilities in accordance with jail rules.&nbsp;The Adiala jail superintendent was asked to ensure implementation of the court’s directions and submit a compliance report within 15 days.&nbsp;The court had earlier reserved its verdict on August 6 on separate petitions filed by Khan’s sister Aleema Khanum and Bushra Bibi’s daughter Mubashra Khawar Maneka.&nbsp;&nbsp;Imran Khan has been in prison since August 2023 following convictions that he and his PTI party describe as politically motivated. His supporters and relatives have repeatedly alleged that authorities have restricted his access to family members and adequate medical care. The government has rejected such allegations.Imran’s wife Bushra Bibi was first jailed on January 31, 2024, after her conviction in a corruption-related case, and was released on bail on October 24 that year after nearly nine months in prison.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-mulling-limited-strikes-to-prevent-iran-from-rebuilding-military-capabilities-in-strait-of-hormuz-1788202380409">Trump mulling limited strikes to prevent Iran from rebuilding military capabilities in Strait of Hormuz</a>&nbsp;She was again arrested on January 17, 2025, following her conviction in another corruption-related case and remains at Adiala Jail, having since received additional sentences in corruption-related cases.&nbsp;<h2>Khan's family filed contempt petition in Supreme Court&nbsp;</h2>&nbsp;Last month, Pakistan’s Supreme Court ordered the government to shift Khan to the private-run Shifa International Hospital following months of concerns raised by his family and supporters over his health, particularly an eye condition diagnosed earlier this year.&nbsp;However, on the night of August 20-21, Khan was admitted to the state-run Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) for a medical procedure and diagnostic examinations instead of Shifa Hospital. He was subsequently taken back to Adiala Jail.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/sanctions-pressure-on-tehran-can-work-without-chinese-cooperation-scott-bessent-1788192239582">Sanctions pressure on Tehran can work without Chinese cooperation: Scott Bessent</a>&nbsp;His family approached the court again and argued that the decision violated the Supreme Court's order, which directed that Khan remain admitted at the Islamabad hospital until the next hearing on September 16.The government defended its decision to take him to PIMS, citing security concerns.&nbsp;The contempt petition has been fixed for hearing on September 16 before a three-member bench comprising Justices Shahid Waheed, Naeem Akhtar Afghan, and Ishtiaq Ibrahim. The same bench is also scheduled to hear pending cases concerning Khan’s health and family meetings.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Justice Khadim Hussain Soomro directed the Adiala jail authorities to provide Khan with newspapers and books and ensure medical facilities in accordance with jail rules. It told jail superintendent to ensure implementation of the directions and submit a compliance report within 15 days.

In major relief to the jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan, a Pakistan court has barred any further solitary confinement for him and his wife, Bushra Bibi, while serving their prison sentences. The Islamabad High Court (IHC) also directed the Adiala Jail authorities to facilitate family meetings with Khan as permitted under jail rules and make arrangements for telephone conversations between him and his sons. The 73-year-old cricketer-turned-politician and his wife are serving lengthy prison sentences in corruption and related cases at Adiala Jail in Rawalpindi. Khan’s sister, Aleema Khanum, had approached the court against the solitary confinement of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party founder, while Bushra Bibi’s daughter Mubashara Khawar Maneka filed a petition for relief to her. Also Read: Former UK PM Keir Starmer to step down as MP, focus on international affairs ‘Provide newspapers and books, ensure medical facilities’ Pronouncing the verdict, Justice Khadim Hussain Soomro also directed the Adiala jail authorities to provide Khan with newspapers and books daily and ensure that he receives medical facilities in accordance with jail rules. The Adiala jail superintendent was asked to ensure implementation of the court’s directions and submit a compliance report within 15 days. The court had earlier reserved its verdict on August 6 on separate petitions filed by Khan’s sister Aleema Khanum and Bushra Bibi’s daughter Mubashra Khawar Maneka. Imran Khan has been in prison since August 2023 following convictions that he and his PTI party describe as politically motivated. His supporters and relatives have repeatedly alleged that authorities have restricted his access to family members and adequate medical care. The government has rejected such allegations. Imran’s wife Bushra Bibi was first jailed on January 31, 2024, after her conviction in a corruption-related case, and was released on bail on October 24 that year after nearly nine months in prison. Also Read: Trump mulling limited strikes to prevent Iran from rebuilding military capabilities in Strait of Hormuz She was again arrested on January 17, 2025, following her conviction in another corruption-related case and remains at Adiala Jail, having since received additional sentences in corruption-related cases. Khan's family filed contempt petition in Supreme Court Last month, Pakistan’s Supreme Court ordered the government to shift Khan to the private-run Shifa International Hospital following months of concerns raised by his family and supporters over his health, particularly an eye condition diagnosed earlier this year. However, on the night of August 20-21, Khan was admitted to the state-run Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) for a medical procedure and diagnostic examinations instead of Shifa Hospital. He was subsequently taken back to Adiala Jail. Also Read: Sanctions pressure on Tehran can work without Chinese cooperation: Scott Bessent His family approached the court again and argued that the decision violated the Supreme Court's order, which directed that Khan remain admitted at the Islamabad hospital until the next hearing on September 16. The government defended its decision to take him to PIMS, citing security concerns. The contempt petition has been fixed for hearing on September 16 before a three-member bench comprising Justices Shahid Waheed, Naeem Akhtar Afghan, and Ishtiaq Ibrahim. The same bench is also scheduled to hear pending cases concerning Khan’s health and family meetings.

Justice Khadim Hussain Soomro directed the Adiala jail authorities to provide Khan with newspapers and books and ensure medical facilities in accordance with jail rules. It told jail superintendent to ensure implementation of the directions and submit a compliance report within 15 days.

Pak HC bars solitary confinement for Imran Khan and wife Bushra Bibi, allows family visits, phone calls

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has asked its players taking part in the ongoing Test series against England to avoid making comments about the imprisonment of former Pakistan captain Imran Khan. The advice came after British media outlets attempted to get Pakistan players to speak about Imran’s situation.&nbsp;The matter gained attention after Sky Sports aired an interview with Imran’s sons, Kassim and Suleman, during the lunch break on the second day of the second Test at Lord’s.&nbsp;Pakistan head coach Sarfaraz Ahmed was asked whether the players had watched the interview conducted by Mike Atherton.&nbsp;Sarfaraz said the players were having lunch and were not aware of the interview.&nbsp;“No we don’t know anything about it, we were having lunch,” Sarfaraz said when asked about reports that the PCB had threatened not to send the team onto the field after lunch if Sky Sports broadcast the interview.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/auqib-nabi-joins-surrey-for-county-stint-ahead-of-new-zealand-tour-1788095737661">Auqib Nabi joins Surrey for county stint ahead of New Zealand tour</a>&nbsp;The development comes as international voices have grown louder over Imran’s health, with several former cricketers calling for better medical care for the former Pakistan captain, who is being held at Adiala Jail.&nbsp;Javed Miandad, Imran’s former teammate and captain, also made an emotional appeal for his release and described him as a very honest person.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/wion-exclusive-we-didn-t-think-we-were-young-says-19-year-old-sakshi-rana-on-her-world-cup-breakthrough-hil-and-india-s-next-generation-1788097091250">18 and fearless: Sakshi Rana on her WC debut and India’s fifth-place finish</a>&nbsp;A PCB source said the board was unhappy with the Sky Sports interview as it considered the discussion political. However, the board chose not to take the matter further because of a reception for the Pakistan team with Prince Charles on Sept 2 and the diplomatic ties between Pakistan and the UK.&nbsp;Pakistan lost the opening Test by an innings and 103 runs. The third and final Test will begin in Birmingham on Sept 9.&nbsp;The 73-year-old Imran has been in Adiala Jail in Rawalpindi since 2023 after being convicted in corruption cases.&nbsp;His continued detention and reports about his health have drawn criticism from his family and several former international cricketers.

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has advised players to stay away from political matters during the ongoing Test series against England and refrain from commenting on the imprisonment of former captain and 1992 World Cup-winning skipper Imran Khan.

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has asked its players taking part in the ongoing Test series against England to avoid making comments about the imprisonment of former Pakistan captain Imran Khan. The advice came after British media outlets attempted to get Pakistan players to speak about Imran’s situation. The matter gained attention after Sky Sports aired an interview with Imran’s sons, Kassim and Suleman, during the lunch break on the second day of the second Test at Lord’s. Pakistan head coach Sarfaraz Ahmed was asked whether the players had watched the interview conducted by Mike Atherton. Sarfaraz said the players were having lunch and were not aware of the interview. “No we don’t know anything about it, we were having lunch,” Sarfaraz said when asked about reports that the PCB had threatened not to send the team onto the field after lunch if Sky Sports broadcast the interview. Also Read - Auqib Nabi joins Surrey for county stint ahead of New Zealand tour The development comes as international voices have grown louder over Imran’s health, with several former cricketers calling for better medical care for the former Pakistan captain, who is being held at Adiala Jail. Javed Miandad, Imran’s former teammate and captain, also made an emotional appeal for his release and described him as a very honest person. Also Read - 18 and fearless: Sakshi Rana on her WC debut and India’s fifth-place finish A PCB source said the board was unhappy with the Sky Sports interview as it considered the discussion political. However, the board chose not to take the matter further because of a reception for the Pakistan team with Prince Charles on Sept 2 and the diplomatic ties between Pakistan and the UK. Pakistan lost the opening Test by an innings and 103 runs. The third and final Test will begin in Birmingham on Sept 9. The 73-year-old Imran has been in Adiala Jail in Rawalpindi since 2023 after being convicted in corruption cases. His continued detention and reports about his health have drawn criticism from his family and several former international cricketers.

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has advised players to stay away from political matters during the ongoing Test series against England and refrain from commenting on the imprisonment of former captain and 1992 World Cup-winning skipper Imran Khan.

Imran Khan’s imprisonment: PCB warns Pakistan players against public comments

Former Pakistan captain and batting great Javed Miandad has raised concerns over the imprisonment and health of his former teammate and ex-Prime Minister Imran Khan, saying he hopes the situation is resolved soon and calling what is happening to Imran “unnecessary.”&nbsp;With several former and current cricketers from around the world speaking out in support of Imran, Miandad has now become one of the biggest Pakistan cricket figures to publicly address his imprisonment. According to Cricinfo, he has called for Imran’s release and offered to provide any help he may need.&nbsp;Speaking on the ‘Narratives’ podcast, Miandad said, as quoted by Cricinfo, “I pray that what is going on with him gets resolved, because he does not deserve this. What is being done to him is not right. It is unnecessary. He has a family too.”&nbsp;“I think about it all the time, what he must be doing [in prison], what he must be thinking of. We were so close. We used to be together and think so much of each other. We took Pakistan to such new heights. I can’t help but feel so sad about it,” he added.&nbsp;Miandad represented Pakistan in 124 Tests and 233 ODIs between 1975 and 1996. He scored 16,213 international runs and hit 31 centuries. He played alongside Imran during Pakistan’s successful period in the 1980s and early 1990s.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/tennis-players-raise-concerns-over-cannabis-smell-at-us-open-2026-1788011155157">Tennis players raise concerns over cannabis smell at US Open 2026</a>&nbsp;Both Miandad and Imran captained Pakistan, but Imran led the team to their famous 1992 World Cup triumph. Miandad played an important role in that campaign, scoring 437 runs in nine innings, including five half-centuries.&nbsp;Miandad also spoke about his bond with Imran during their playing days and rejected claims that the two had a bitter rivalry.&nbsp;“There was no rivalry between me and Imran. There was no fight between us. I have never complained that Imran wronged me in any way. I had a great career which I am very thankful for. Imran and I played county cricket together too, we were together for more than half the year, either in county cricket or with Pakistan. We had a great time together,” he said.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/india-vs-thailand-women-s-asia-cup-2026-live-streaming-details-date-and-time-1788003336759">India vs Thailand, Women’s Asia Cup 2026: Live streaming details, date and time</a>&nbsp;Imran’s health has come under intense scrutiny in Pakistan in recent weeks. His sons have repeatedly called for proper medical treatment for the former cricketer and Prime Minister.&nbsp;Last week, Pakistan’s Supreme Court ordered that Imran be shifted to Islamabad’s Shifa Hospital, however, he was taken to the state-run PIMS hospital and sent back to prison after his check-up.&nbsp;&nbsp;His sisters and sons have alleged that the court’s order was not followed and have demanded that Imran be allowed to consult his personal doctor.&nbsp;Meanwhile, 22 former international cricket captains have written to Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, renewing their call for proper medical treatment for Imran.&nbsp;&nbsp;The letter followed an earlier appeal signed by 14 former captains in February, which reportedly received no response from the Pakistan government.&nbsp;&nbsp;With inputs from agencies

Miandad has urged the Pakistani government to resolve its differences with former Prime Minister Imran Khan and called for his release from jail.

Former Pakistan captain and batting great Javed Miandad has raised concerns over the imprisonment and health of his former teammate and ex-Prime Minister Imran Khan, saying he hopes the situation is resolved soon and calling what is happening to Imran “unnecessary.” With several former and current cricketers from around the world speaking out in support of Imran, Miandad has now become one of the biggest Pakistan cricket figures to publicly address his imprisonment. According to Cricinfo, he has called for Imran’s release and offered to provide any help he may need. Speaking on the ‘Narratives’ podcast, Miandad said, as quoted by Cricinfo, “I pray that what is going on with him gets resolved, because he does not deserve this. What is being done to him is not right. It is unnecessary. He has a family too.” “I think about it all the time, what he must be doing [in prison], what he must be thinking of. We were so close. We used to be together and think so much of each other. We took Pakistan to such new heights. I can’t help but feel so sad about it,” he added. Miandad represented Pakistan in 124 Tests and 233 ODIs between 1975 and 1996. He scored 16,213 international runs and hit 31 centuries. He played alongside Imran during Pakistan’s successful period in the 1980s and early 1990s. Also Read - Tennis players raise concerns over cannabis smell at US Open 2026 Both Miandad and Imran captained Pakistan, but Imran led the team to their famous 1992 World Cup triumph. Miandad played an important role in that campaign, scoring 437 runs in nine innings, including five half-centuries. Miandad also spoke about his bond with Imran during their playing days and rejected claims that the two had a bitter rivalry. “There was no rivalry between me and Imran. There was no fight between us. I have never complained that Imran wronged me in any way. I had a great career which I am very thankful for. Imran and I played county cricket together too, we were together for more than half the year, either in county cricket or with Pakistan. We had a great time together,” he said. Also Read - India vs Thailand, Women’s Asia Cup 2026: Live streaming details, date and time Imran’s health has come under intense scrutiny in Pakistan in recent weeks. His sons have repeatedly called for proper medical treatment for the former cricketer and Prime Minister. Last week, Pakistan’s Supreme Court ordered that Imran be shifted to Islamabad’s Shifa Hospital, however, he was taken to the state-run PIMS hospital and sent back to prison after his check-up. His sisters and sons have alleged that the court’s order was not followed and have demanded that Imran be allowed to consult his personal doctor. Meanwhile, 22 former international cricket captains have written to Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, renewing their call for proper medical treatment for Imran. The letter followed an earlier appeal signed by 14 former captains in February, which reportedly received no response from the Pakistan government. With inputs from agencies

Miandad has urged the Pakistani government to resolve its differences with former Prime Minister Imran Khan and called for his release from jail.

'What is being done to him is not right': Miandad speaks out on Imran Khan’s imprisonment

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Imran Khan’s sons accuse Asim Munir of holding ‘personal grudge’ against imprisoned father

7 former Australian captains back humanitarian plea for Imran Khan

Pak HC bars solitary confinement for Imran Khan, wife Bushra Bibi, allows visits

Imran Khan’s imprisonment: PCB warns Pakistan players against public comments

'What is being done to...': Miandad speaks out on Imran Khan’s imprisonment