'Poor guy has been behind bars': Ex-Pakistan cricketer speaks out on Imran Khan
Ramiz Raja's comments came after 21 former international captains wrote to Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, renewing their appeal for proper medical treatment and better conditions for Imran. The group includes Indian cricket legends Sunil Gavaskar, Kapil Dev and Dilip Vengsarkar. The appeal followed concerns that a recent medical examination did not fully meet the directions issued by…
Former Pakistan cricket captain Ramiz Raja has opened up about the plight of Imran Khan, who has been incarcerated for nearly three years. During a recent episode of the ‘Stick to Cricket’ podcast, Ramiz revealed that Imran is currently held in isolation, despite his popularity among fans. Alastair Cook, a former England captain, asked Ramiz about Imran’s physical condition, to which the latter responded that Imran is holding up well, although he had experienced an eye problem recently.
The 1992 World Cup-winning captain has been in prison since 2023 following multiple legal cases. A group of 21 former international cricket captains from nine nations has written to Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, demanding proper medical care and humane treatment for Imran. The group, which includes cricket legends Sunil Gavaskar, Kapil Dev, and Dilip Vengsarkar, has made three specific requests to the court: completion of a full and independent health assessment, reinstatement of weekly family visits, and prompt implementation of any recommended treatment.
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