GB Hockey Legend Imran Sherwani Passes Away
The British sporting world is mourning the loss of Imran Sherwani, the former Great Britain hockey star who has died at the age of 63. His family confirmed the sad news this weekend.
An Olympic Hero's Legacy
Sherwani will forever be remembered for his pivotal role in Great Britain's gold medal victory at the 1988 Seoul Olympics. In an unforgettable performance against West Germany in the final, he scored two crucial goals that secured a 3-1 win for his team.
His second goal in that match inspired one of the most famous lines in British sports commentary history, when BBC's Barry Davies exclaimed: "Where were the Germans? But frankly, who cares!?"
Pioneering Career and Health Battle
Representing both Great Britain and England throughout his career, Sherwani earned 94 international caps, establishing himself as a mainstay of the national team.
He also broke barriers as only the third Asian player to represent Great Britain in hockey, following trailblazers Sutinder Kehar and Kulbir Bhaura.
In 2019, Sherwani received the difficult diagnosis of young-onset Alzheimer's disease, a condition he lived with for his final years.
The passing of Imran Sherwani marks the loss of a true sporting pioneer whose Olympic heroics created one of British hockey's most cherished moments. His legacy continues to inspire future generations of athletes.
