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Expat's Sudden Death After Badminton Shock
21 Jun
Summary
- An Indian expatriate died of cardiac arrest after playing badminton.
- He collapsed in his car after feeling unwell during the game.
- This incident follows another Indian expat's death playing cricket.
A 43-year-old Indian expatriate, Anwar Sadiq, from Kerala died of cardiac arrest on June 17, 2026, in Ajman, United Arab Emirates. He was playing his regular badminton game with friends when he experienced pain in his left hand and stepped off the court. His blood pressure was reportedly normal.
Despite resting and having a drink, Sadiq collapsed in his car in the parking area as he prepared to leave. Efforts by fellow players and emergency services to revive him were unsuccessful. The timing of his death was recorded at 9:51 pm.
Sadiq, who had lived in the UAE for about 15 years, was a procurement manager and a father of two. He was known for his gentle nature and was well-liked within his community. His funeral services were held in both the UAE and Kerala.
This incident tragically follows the recent death of another Indian expatriate, 38-year-old Safwan Shanu, who died of a heart attack while playing cricket in Dubai a few days prior.
