Wasim Akram says he’s not afraid to speak his mind on ‘mentor and friend’ Imran Khan: ‘Nobody will tell me what to do’
Akram said Imran Khan’s health cannot be compromised as 22 international captains and Brian Lara call for proper medical care and humane treatment.
- Former Pakistan captain Wasim Akram voiced concern regarding the health of his friend and former captain Imran Khan, stating "there can be no compromise" on his medical well-being.
- Khan, who led Pakistan to a 1992 World Cup-winning triumph, has been jailed since 2022 following convictions in multiple corruption cases; he denies these charges.
- Last week, legendary West Indies batter Brian Lara joined 22 other international captains in an open letter to Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif demanding proper medical care for the 73-year-old Khan.
- Javed Miandad, another former Pakistan cricketer, has also expressed concerns for Khan's well-being, while Akram noted domestic support within Pakistan remains notably scarce compared to international movements.
- Government officials maintain that Khan's health is fine, yet supporters express uncertainty about his actual condition due to a lack of clear information from authorities.
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Wasim Akram worried over Imran Khan's health in prison: I miss him a lot
Wasim Akram has expressed concern over Imran Khan’s health, stressing that there can be no compromise despite the former Pakistan captain’s imprisonment. Javed Miandad, Pat Cummins, Brian Lara and 22 former international captains have also raised concerns over Imran’s treatment and medical care.
‘Convicted or not convicted’: Wasim Akram breaks silence on Imran Khan’s health — ‘I miss him a lot’
Wasim Akram expressed worry about Imran Khan's health and legal situation. He stated that health concerns should not be compromised by legal proceedings. Akram spoke from the heart as a worried friend, not a politician. International captains have also called for humane treatment and proper medical care. Imran's sons voiced fears for their father's safety in prison.
Wasim Akram voices concern over Imran Khan’s health, says ‘there can be no compromise’ - The Tribune
Wasim Akram has become another high-profile cricketer to voice his concerns over the health of his friend and former Pakistan captain Imran Khan, saying “there can be no compromise” on that front.
Wasim Akram worried over Imran Khan's health, calls for safeguards
Former Pakistan captain Wasim Akram has expressed serious concerns about the health of his friend and ex-captain Imran Khan, who is currently imprisoned. Akram's comments follow similar calls from other international cricketers, including Brian Lara, for proper medical care and humane treatment for Khan.
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