PCB instructs players to avoid public comments on Imran Khan
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 7:26 PM
Last updated Aug 30, 2026
The Pakistan Cricket Board has directed members of its national team to refrain from commenting on the imprisonment and health of former captain Imran Khan. The mandate follows an interview with his sons, Suleman and Kasim Khan, which aired on Sky Sports during the second Test against England at Lord's. While the PCB viewed the broadcast as politically charged, it chose not to escalate the situation further due to diplomatic considerations. Former teammates Moin Khan and Javed Miandad have publicly called for improved medical treatment for the 73-year-old, who has been incarcerated since 2023. Additionally, a group of 22 former international cricket captains has formally written to Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif regarding his status.
- •PCB prohibits players from commenting on the imprisonment of Imran Khan
- •The directive followed a televised interview with his sons during the Lord's Test
- •Former Pakistan captains Moin Khan and Javed Miandad have publicly supported medical care for Imran Khan
- •A coalition of 22 international captains has petitioned the Prime Minister regarding his situation
- 7:26 PMYahoo Sports — Imran Khan row: PCB warns Pakistan players against speaking about jailed former captain
"The Pakistan Cricket Board has instructed its players to refrain from making public comments about Imran Khan's health amidst his ongoing imprisonment and health concerns that have drawn international interest. The board deems an interview with Khan's sons as politically motivated. Former cricketers Moin Khan and Javed Miandad have voiced their support for his medical needs, while international cricket captains have reached out to Pakistan's Prime Minister regarding his situation.
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