Sunil Gavaskar, Kapil Dev along with 12 former captains seek fair medical treatment for Imran Khan

Legendary Team India cricketers Sunil Gavaskar and Kapil Dev along with 12 other former captains have expressed concerns about jailed cricketerturnedpolitician Imran Khans healthThe former cricketers have urged the Pakistan government to provide Imran adequate medical attention and dignified conditions in line with international standardsThere have been reports suggesting that the 1992 World Cupwinning skipper Imran has lost approximately 85 per cent of vision in his right eye due to medical neglect while in custody at Rawalpindis Adiala JailAll 14 former skippers wrote a letter to the Pakistan government asking for fair treatment for ImranWe the undersigned former captains of our national cricket teams write with deep concern regarding the reported treatment and incarceration conditions of Imran Khan the distinguished former Captain of Pakistan and a legendary figure in world cricket the letter statedRecent reports concerning his health particularly the alarming deterioration of his vision while in custody and the conditions of his imprisonment over the past two and a half years have caused us profound concern As fellow cricketers who understand the values of fair play honour and respect that transcend the boundary rope we believe that a person of Imran Khans stature deserves to be treated with the dignity and basic human consideration befitting a former national leader and a global sporting icon it addedThe letter is signed by Michael Atherton Allan Border Michael Brearley Greg Chappell Ian Chappell Belinda Clark David Gower Kim Hughes Nasser Hussain Clive Lloyd Steve Waugh and John WrightEarlier in 2023 the former Pakistan cricketer was sentenced to 14 years in prison regarding a corruption caseWe respectfully urge the Government of Pakistan to ensure that Imran Khan receives Immediate adequate and ongoing medical attention from qualified specialists of his choosing to address his reported health issues Humane and dignified conditions of detention in line with international standards Including regular visits by close family members Fair and transparent access to legal processes without undue delay or hindrance the letter further readCricket has long been a bridge between nations Our shared history on the field reminds us that rivalry ends when the stumps are drawnand respect endures Imran Khan embodied that spirit throughout his career This appeal is made in the spirit of sportsmanship and common humanity without prejudice to any legal proceedings it addedIt also highlighted the contributions of the 73yearold former cricketer to the sport stating that his leadership qualities and sportsmanship have inspired generations across bordersImran Khans contributions to the game are universally admired As captain he led Pakistan to their historic 1992 Cricket World Cup victory a triumph built on skill resilience leadership and sportsmanship that inspired generations across borders Many of us competed against him shared the field with him or grew up idolizing his allround brilliance charisma and competitive spirit He remains one of the finest allrounders and captains the sport has ever seen earning respect from players fans and administrators alike Beyond cricket Imran Khan served as Prime Minister of Pakistan leading his nation during a challenging period Regardless of political perspectives he holds the honour of having been democratically elected to the highest office in his country it readWith PTI Inputs