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Imran Khan faces severe vision loss in prison, prompting Wasim Akram, Waqar Younis, Shahid Afridi, and Ramiz Raja to induce authorities for urgent medical care and humane treatment.
Former Pakistan PM Imran Khan. (Image: PTI/File)
Former Pakistan captain Imran Khan has reportedly been in near-virtual solitary confinement in prison for several months. In response to recent media reports, the cricketer-turned-politician has developed an eye fixed infection which, his legal team claims, has led to severe vision loss and raised fresh concerns about his health.
Responding to the reports of Imran’s deteriorating condition, former Pakistan cricketers Wasim Akram and Waqar Younis have urged authorities to make sure he receives proper medical care in custody.
“It’s heartbreaking to listen to our skipper Imran Khan going through health issues,” Wasim wrote on X (Twitter), where he has often credited Imran as the most important influence on his profession. “I sincerely hope the authorities take this seriously and ensure he receives the perfect possible medical care. Wishing him strength, a speedy recovery, and a full return to good health.”
Discovered early by Imran Khan, Wasim Akram thrived under his captaincy, becoming a match-winning strike bowler. The left-armer played a pivotal role in Pakistan’s 1992 Cricket World Cup triumph and has often credited Khan’s fearless leadership for shaping his confidence.
Meanwhile, Waqar echoed similar sentiments soon after.
“Putting politics aside, our national hero who gave us our best glory on the sporting field, and built a cancer hospital that helped so many — including my very own mother — is facing a health emergency and requires urgent treatment. I humbly request that the concerned authorities to make sure he gets appropriate care in time. Recuperate soon, skipper,” he posted.
Imran was arrested in August 2023 and has since received multiple prison sentences on various charges, which he and his supporters maintain are politically motivated.
Earlier, former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi said access to medical care is a basic right and needs to be ensured. One other ex-skipper, Ramiz Raja, expressed hope that “humanity prevails,” adding that seeing Imran reportedly lose vision in a single eye was deeply emotional.
February 14, 2026, 23:54 IST
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