Archive · 9 Sep 2026
Wasim Akram Raises Health Concerns Over Imran Khan’s Imprisonment
Wasim Akram used to play cricket with Imran Khan and considers him a friend and mentor.
Akram said he misses Khan and has not spoken with him for three years.
Khan is in prison in Pakistan.
The articles give different dates for when his imprisonment began.
Akram said Khan’s health must be protected even while legal cases continue.
Twenty-two international cricket captains wrote to Pakistan’s prime minister about Khan’s treatment.
They asked that Khan be allowed medical care and contact with his family.
Brian Lara, Pat Cummins and other cricketers have also spoken about the issue.
Wasim Akram said Imran Khan is his friend and mentor, adding that he misses him and has not spoken to him for three years.
Akram said Khan’s health should not be compromised, regardless of his legal or political circumstances.
The articles differ on whether Khan has been imprisoned since 2022 or late 2023; both place him at Adiala Jail in Rawalpindi.
Twenty-two international captains urged Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to ensure Khan’s medical care, family access and basic dignity.
Brian Lara, Pat Cummins, Javed Miandad and others have also expressed concern about Khan’s welfare.
- Who
- Wasim Akram, Imran Khan, 22 international cricket captains, Brian Lara, Pat Cummins and other former Pakistan cricketers, including Javed Miandad.
- What
- Akram and other international cricket figures are calling for safeguards, medical care and humane treatment for imprisoned former Pakistan captain Imran Khan.
- When
- Akram said he has not spoken with Khan for three years. The articles disagree on whether Khan has been imprisoned since 2022 or late 2023.
- Where
- Khan is being held at Adiala Jail in Rawalpindi, Pakistan.
- Why
- Supporters and former teammates say they are concerned about Khan’s health and want access to medical care, his family and basic dignity.
Calls for Health Safeguards
Government and Legal Position
Medical treatment and welfare
Calls for Health Safeguards
Wasim Akram, 22 international captains, Brian Lara, Pat Cummins and former Pakistan players have called for proper medical care, humane treatment and safeguards for Imran Khan’s health.
Government and Legal Position
The Pakistani government has reportedly said Khan’s health is fine and has cited the visits and phone calls he has received, though Akram said the claims are difficult to assess.
Legal proceedings versus health concerns
Calls for Health Safeguards
Akram said that, regardless of whether Khan is convicted or imprisoned, there can be no compromise on his health and basic needs.
Government and Legal Position
Akram acknowledged that the court of law must take its course, separating the legal proceedings from concerns about Khan’s treatment and health.
- Person concerned
- Imran Khan, former Pakistan captain and 1992 World Cup-winning captain
- Akram’s relationship with Khan
- Akram described Khan as his friend and mentor and said he misses him
- Last contact
- Akram said he has not spoken with Khan for three years
- Prison location
- Adiala Jail, Rawalpindi
- International appeal
- Twenty-two international captains wrote to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif
- Requested safeguards
- Medical care, family access and respect for Khan’s basic dignity
- Reported age
- The second article identifies Khan as 73
