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Who is Imran Khan, Pakistan’s Cricket Icon & Former PM? Know His Political Party, Wife, Net Worth & Reason for Imprisonment

Imran Khan is widely regarded as a great cricketer and later, a significant political figure in Pakistan, has been in jail since 2023

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Last Updated: November 26, 2025 16:06:09 IST

Imran Khan is widely regarded as a great cricketer and later, a significant political figure  who has faced jail since 2023. In cricket, he was known not only for his skill on the field, but for his leadership and vision off it, he introduced major umpiring reforms by inviting foreign umpires for home Tests, laying the foundation for today’s neutral-umpire system. As captain, he steered Pakistan to its first Test series wins in both India and England in 1987. In 1989 he was honored as International Cricketer of the Year. During tenure as Pakistan PM, Imran Khan has also voiced for reforms. 

Imran Ahmed Khan Niazi is a Pakistani former cricketer, philanthropist, and politician. Imran Khan was born on 5 October 1952 in Lahore. He completed his graduation from Keble College, Oxford. 

Is Imran Khan Dead or Alive?

There have been rumours suggesting that the former Pakistani cricketer-turned-politician has been killed in jail; however, no credible evidence or reliable source supports this information, and it remains entirely unverified.

Imran Khan Political Party

The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf is a political party in Pakistan established in 1996 by cricketer and politician Imran Khan, who served as the country’s prime minister from 2018 to 2022. The party is led by Gohar Ali Khan since late 2023.

Imran Khan Political Career

He entered politics in 1996 by creating the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf and was elected Prime Minister of Pakistan in 2018. As Prime Minister, he handled COVID-1 9 in Pakistan and launched welfare programs. He was removed from office in 2022.

Imran Khan Career As Cricketer 

Imran Khan became Pakistan’s cricket captain in 1982 and soon led the team to historic wins, including their first Test victory in England in 28 years. He dominated the 1982–83 India series with 40 wickets and became the second player ever to score a century and take 10 wickets in a Test. In 1983, he reached a record ICC bowling rating and became the first Pakistani to take 200 Test wickets. A serious shin injury kept him out for over two years, but he returned in 1984 and was reappointed captain.

What is Imran Khan famous for?

Imran Ahmed Khan Niazi  is a Pakistani former cricketer, philanthropist, and politician who served as the 19th prime minister of Pakistan from August 2018 until April 2022. As a cricketer, he captained the Pakistan national cricket team to victory in the 1992 Cricket World Cup.

 Imran Khan Wife

Imran Khan has been married three times: to Jemima Goldsmith, Reham Khan, and Bushra Bibi. His first marriage to Jemima Goldsmith was from 1995 to 2004, his second to Reham Khan was brief in 2014, and his third, and current, marriage is to Bushra Bibi. 

Why is Imran Khan jailed in Pakistan?

On 5 August 2023, Khan was arrested by police in Lahore and sentenced to three years in jail under accusations of misusing his role as prime minister to buy and sell state gifts worth Rs 140 million he received during international visits.

Imran Khan Net Worth

Imran Khan’s net worth is estimated to be around Rs 410 crore to Rs 433 crore that is approximately $50 million. His wealth comes primarily from his real estate, including large properties in Islamabad and Lahore, as well as investments and agricultural land. 

What has Imran Khan done for Pakistan?

During his tenure, Imran Khan’s government launched major infrastructure and social programs, such as the Sehat Sahulat Program for free healthcare, and initiatives aimed at improving minority rights and promoting renewable energy.

Why was Imran Khan removed from PM?

On 10 April the no-confidence motion passed with a majority of 174 votes (out of 342), which resulted in Khan losing the confidence of the house and ceasing to hold the office of prime minister. The next day, Shehbaz Sharif was elected unopposed by the National Assembly to replace Khan as prime minister.

Is Imran Khan’s father a Hindu?

Imran’s grandfather was a Bengali from Kolkata who married a British woman. Imran’s father is an Anglo-Indian of Bengali Hindu descent who studied with Mansoor Khan at IIT Bombay and now works as a senior manager at Yahoo in California.

Rank of Imran Khan in the world

The 500 Most Influential Muslims ranked Khan as the world’s 16th most influential Muslim in its 2020 edition. By 2022, he had risen to the top ten, securing the 10th spot. In the 2024 edition, Khan was listed among the top 50 honorable mentions under the “Rulers & Politicians” category, ranking 24th.

Did Princess Diana have a relationship with Imran Khan?

Kate Middleton, Prince William Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan
Imran Khan and Princess Diana were close friends who first connected in 1991 and shared a friendship for many years, which included Diana visiting Pakistan to support his cancer hospital. Their relationship became a key point of contact for Diana’s romantic life when Khan acted as a go-between for Diana and his cousin, Dr. Hasnat Khan, a Pakistani heart surgeon whom she was seriously involved with

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