Sunil Gavaskar criticised Pakistan over Imran Khan’s prison treatment and joined 13 former captains in urging proper medical care for the jailed ex-leader.
Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar has criticised Pakistan for what he described as the “terrible” treatment of Imran Khan, the country’s former Prime Minister and cricket legend. Gavaskar also called Imran his long-time friend, a remark that stands out amid strained political and sporting ties between India and Pakistan.
Gavaskar’s statement came separately from a joint appeal signed by 13 other former international captains. The group urged the Government of Pakistan to ensure Khan’s welfare, citing serious concerns about his health while in custody.
“It’s terrible what they are doing to him. We have been friends since he was trying to qualify as an overseas player for Worcestershire and not just rivals on the field,” Gavaskar said as quoted by The Sydney Morning Herald.
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In a statement circulated to select media outlets, the group asked Pakistani authorities to provide Khan with “immediate, adequate and ongoing medical attention from qualified specialists of his choosing” to address serious health concerns, especially reports of severe vision loss.
Imran Khan’s Worsening Condition In Jail
Recent reports have claimed that Khan has lost nearly 85 per cent of sight in his right eye during his imprisonment. However, detailed public information about his medical condition remains limited.
Khan has been in jail since 2023. He remains widely regarded as one of cricket’s greatest all-rounders and captains. He famously led Pakistan to victory in the 1992 Cricket World Cup, a triumph that cemented his legacy as a global sporting icon.
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