Twenty-one former international cricket captains, including Michael Atherton and Kapil Dev, write to the Pakistan government seeking humane treatment and proper facilities for Imran Khan.

NDTV reports that Atherton and the other former players describe Khan’s situation in strongly worded terms, alleging that Pakistan has tried to “airbrush” him “out of existence” and emphasizing that he should receive humane treatment. The letter asks for appropriate conditions rather than specific legal outcomes, according to the outlet.

While the sources focus on Atherton’s remarks and the contents of the appeal, they differ mainly in how they frame the claim. The shared element across the reporting is that a group of former captains publicly calls on authorities to ensure Khan’s treatment and living conditions meet humane standards.