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Former Pakistani cricket captains demand medical access for Imran Khan
Retired cricket leaders have called on Pakistan to ensure the jailed former prime minister receives proper medical evaluation, describing it as a matter of basic human decency.
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A group of former Pakistan cricket captains has urged the government to comply with a court order requiring a comprehensive medical assessment of Imran Khan, the imprisoned ex-premier and sporting icon.
The former skippers characterised the provision of adequate medical care as a fundamental right rather than a privilege. Their intervention underscores growing concern within Pakistan's sporting community regarding Khan's detention and health status.
Khan, who led Pakistan to World Cup victory in 1992 before transitioning to politics, has been held in custody since his arrest last year. The court-ordered medical evaluation represents an opportunity to ensure his wellbeing while in government custody.
The appeal from cricket's establishment figures carries symbolic weight in Pakistan, where the sport holds significant cultural importance. Their statement reflects broader calls from civil society and international observers for adherence to due process and humanitarian standards in Khan's case.
The government has not yet publicly responded to the former captains' appeal. Legal proceedings regarding Khan's detention remain ongoing.