Imran Sherwani, Olympic Hockey Gold Medalist, Passes Away at 63
Imran Sherwani, a key player in Great Britain’s Olympic gold-winning hockey team of 1988, has passed away at the age of 63. His family shared the sad news recently.
Legacy in Hockey
Sherwani made history by scoring two goals in the 3-1 victory over West Germany in the Seoul Olympics. His second goal, which sealed the win, led to a memorable comment by BBC commentator Barry Davies: “Where were the Germans? But frankly, who cares!” This moment became a defining moment for British hockey.
Imran played for Great Britain and England a total of 94 times. He was also the third Asian player to represent GB after Sutinder Kehar and Kulbir Bhaura, his teammate in 1988.
Family and Background
Imran came from a strong sporting family. His father played hockey for Pakistan, and his great uncles were professional footballers for Stoke City and Port Vale.
In 2021, Sherwani revealed that he was diagnosed with young-onset Alzheimer’s in 2019. Since then, his family has worked to raise awareness about the condition.
Reflecting on His Greatest Moment
Sherwani often recalled the excitement of scoring the winning goal in the Olympic final. “It felt like that was it,” he said. “I still get emotional about it. The win, the team, it’s all a fantastic story, and I’m lucky to be a part of it.”
Sherwani’s passing leaves behind a legacy that will be remembered by fans, teammates, and the entire hockey community.
