Imran Khan, who is serving his sentence in jail, got the support of 14 former captains, made these big demands from the Pakistan government.

Delhi: Captain Imran Khan, who made Pakistan team world champion in 1992, is in a very bad condition these days. Presently he is serving his sentence in jail and is suffering from health related problems. Many former cricketers of the world are upset after seeing former PM Imran Khan in these conditions. For this reason, now 14 former captains have come in his support. The names of Kapil Dev and Sunil Gavaskar are also included in these.

Imran Khan got the support of 14 captains

These captains have appealed to the Pakistan government to treat Imran Khan fairly. They want that the Pakistani legend should be treated properly and humanely. This petition was started by former Australian captain Greg Chappell.

What did the former captains write in their statements?

All the cricketers have expressed deep concern over the alleged treatment of Imran Khan and the conditions of the jail. He wrote, “We believe that a person of Imran Khan’s stature should be treated with the same respect and humanity as a former national leader and a global sporting icon.”

He has told how Imran is liked all over the world for his inspiring leadership and contribution to cricket. It is further written in the appeal,

“Imran Khan’s contribution to the game is admired across the world. As captain, he led Pakistan to a historic victory in the 1992 Cricket World Cup, a victory made possible by skill, leadership and sportsmanship that inspired generations across the border.”

He further wrote, “Many of us have played against him, shared the field with him. He is one of the best all-rounders and captains the game has ever seen, who has earned the respect of players, fans and administrators alike.”

“Aside from cricket, Imran Khan served as Prime Minister of Pakistan, leading his country through difficult times. Politically speaking, he has the honor of being democratically elected to his country’s highest office.”

Concluding the appeal, the former captains said that the Pakistani authorities will have to maintain the principles of civility and justice.

“Cricket has long been a bridge between countries. Our shared history on the field reminds us that animosities end when the stumps fall – and respect remains. Imran Khan demonstrated this same spirit throughout his career.”

“We appeal to the authorities to now respect this by maintaining the principles of civility and justice. This appeal has been made in the spirit of sportsmanship and common humanity, without any impact on any legal action.”

Captains made these demands from the government for Imran Khan

The first demand of the captains is that Imran Khan’s diseases should be treated by his favorite doctor. The second demand is that during this time they should be treated well and the family members should be allowed to meet Imran. The third major demand is that the legal process should be continued without any unnecessary delay or obstruction.

Names of all the captains who signed the appeal:

Alan Bird, Michael Atherton, Michael Brearley, Greg Chappell, Sunil Gavaskar, Ian Chappell, Belinda Clark, David Gower, Kim Hughes, Nasser Hussain, Sir Clive Lloyd, Kapil Dev, Steve Waugh, John Wright

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