Imran Khan - He did bring glory to Pakistan, Once...

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Written by: Ammar (on January 10, 2008 - 11:18 PM)

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Charisma and style, a tall, well built man with a dynamic personality - Imran Khan, a popular figure in Pakistan. Born on November 25, 1952 in Lahore. His full name is Imran Ahmed Khan Niazi. One of the finest cricketer's Pakistan has ever produced, Imran was one of the fastest bowlers during the 1980's in the world. He led the Pakistani team in the 1992 world cup to victory, bringing glory to Pakistan.

He then stepped into politics and established the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf (PTI). Imran Khan has been extremely vocal against the Musharraf regime and has blasted the administration on various issues. Since the Chief Justics of Pakistan, Iftikhar Chaudhry was first deposed, Imran Khan started gaining large following in the masses and is now considered one of the most influential politicians in Pakistan.

He and his party have decided to boycott the February 18, 2008 elections. Imran is fighting for justice in Pakistan and had recently been under arrest after the imposition of emergency by the Musharraf regime.

He once brought glory to Pakistan, he is one of those few individuals who have made Pakistani's feel proud, at home and abroad, in whatever context it may be. Can he do it again? The youth look at him for inspiration and guidance. Youth in Pakistan are increasingly aware of the need to unite and stand up and Lahore has witnessed students from popular universities rallying behing Imran Khan.

Lets have a look at some quick facts:

Cricketing Career: 

One-Day Internationals:

Matches: 175
Runs: 3709
Wickets: 182

Test Matches:

Matches: 88
Runs: 3807
Wickets: 362

Political Career: 

Imran Khan set up his own political party, The Tehreek-e-insaf (PTI). He had intially supported the 1999 military coup of Pervez Musharraf but now is one of the fiercest opponents of his rule.

He has been an MNA from the year 2002 to 2007, representing NA-71, Mianwali.

Areas Of Interest in Politics: Foreign Affaris, Education and Justice. 

He was member of the standing committee on Kashmir and the standing committee on Public Accounts. 

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