Michael Sherman

Senior Sports Journalist

Watch VideoEben Etzebeth World Rugby verdict delayed until at least Sunday

Michael Sherman|Updated

World Rugby’s verdict on Springbok Eben Etzebeth’s disciplinary hearing has been delayed until at least Sunday, pending further deliberation by the panel.

World Rugby unveils thrilling teaser as Rugby World Cup 2027 draw excitement soars

Michael Sherman|Updated

World Rugby released a humorous Mad Max-style teaser, building excitement for the 2027 Rugby World Cup draw, in Sydney, on Wednesday.

Watch VideoSpringboks’ unbelievable comeback: Their greatest ever?

Michael Sherman|Updated

The Springboks’ remarkable 31-17 victory over France at the Stade de France, achieved while reduced to 14 men for much of the match, showcased their resilience and ...

Watch VideoHistory made! Hugo Broos, Bafana book their spot at the Fifa World Cup

Michael Sherman|Updated

Hugo Broos led Bafana Bafana to qualify for the 2025 Fifa World Cup, overcoming administrative errors by the SA Football Association and a docked points penalty, ...

Watch VideoCheslin Kolbe: The most relatable star of the Springbok rugby team

Michael Sherman|Published

Cheslin Kolbe, a standout Springbok wing known for his speed and agility, is celebrated for his relatability, highlighted by his humorous size differences with teammates ...

Watch Video1995 Springbok replica jersey price: What you should expect to pay

Michael Sherman|Published

The 1995 Springbok replica jersey, commemorates South Africa’s first Rugby World Cup victory and features a modern tight-fit design with Nike branding, contrasting ...

Watch VideoThe chokers tag was never ours to carry, says Proteas’ Temba Bavuma

Michael Sherman|Published

Proteas captain Temba Bavuma dismisses the “chokers” tag after South Africa’s World Test Championship victory over Australia, aiming to inspire a new era of trophy ...

Watch VideoGerda Steyn on course to win fourth Comrades Marathon title

Michael Sherman|Updated

Gerda Steyn was poised to secure her fourth Comrades Marathon title after overtaking Elizabeth Mukoloma with a strategic, steady pace in the latter stages of the ...

Kaizer Chiefs defender Luke Fleurs shot dead in Honeydew botched hijacking

Se-Anne Rall and Michael Sherman|Published

Kaizer Chiefs defender Luke Fleurs was shot dead in a botched hijacking in Honeydew, Johannesburg, on Wednesday.

The Year in Review, 2023: The top five men’s performances in sport

Michael Sherman|Published

Frrom Novak Djokovic to Glen Maxwell, here are the top five men’s sporting performances in 2023 according to IOL Sport writer Michael Sherman.

The Year in Review, 2023: The top five women’s performances in sport

Michael Sherman|Published

From Desiree Ellis to Caster Semenya, there have been a number of world class performances in women’s sport in 2023, writes IOL Sport’s Michael Sherman.

City set for Boks victory parade

Zintle Mdaka and Michael Sherman|Published

The Springboks landed in the Mother City on Thursday night in preparation for the Cape Town leg of the victory parade set to kick off at the Grand Parade at 10am. ...

WATCH: Dan Corder pin-points where Bongi Mbonambi is ‘falsely accused’ by Tom Curry

Michael Sherman|Published

The burning question in the rugby is did Bongi Mbonambi really say what England’s Tom Curry is accusing him of during their Rugby World Cup semi-final.

'We’re coming home with that Olympic ticket!’ SA gymnast Caitlin Rooskrantz books Paris 2024 spot

Michael Sherman|Published

South African gymnast Caitlin Rooskrantz was over the moon after she booked her ticket to the 2024 Paris Olympics at the Artistic Gymnastics World Championships ...

Kenyan Kipchoge remains undisputed greatest-ever men’s marathon runner

Michael Sherman|Published

ANA's Michael Sherman highlights the fact that Kipchoge failed to win all but one marathon he participated in: the 2013 Berlin Marathon.

Brilliant Bezuidenhout cracks world top-50 as Masters invite beckons

Michael Sherman|Published

Christiaan Bezuidenhout rose 12 places to a career-high 48th in the world rankings

Change of formats presents Proteas chance of redemption

Michael Sherman|Published

SA will host England in their three-match One-Day International series starting in Cape Town on Tuesday

Bezuidenhout rockets up to 60th in world after second in Dubai and R5.2m cheque

Michael Sherman|Published

Christiaan Bezuidenhout lost in a playoff at the Omega Dubai Desert Classic on Sunday

South Africa's Louis Oosthuizen continues rise towards world Top 10

Michael Sherman|Published

Louis Oosthuizen finished fifth at the Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship on Sunday

Amazing Grace rises to 73rd in world rankings following SA Open triumph

Michael Sherman|Published

SA Open champion Branden Grace moved up a whopping 56 places from 129th

Fichardt earns European Tour card through gruelling Final Qualifying Stage

Michael Sherman|Published

With 156 players starting the tournament,earning one of the lucrative top-25 cards on offer was always difficult

Big payday for SA's Ashleigh Buhai after fifth place at British Open

Michael Sherman|Published

30-year-old Ashleigh Buhai signed for an impressive paycheque of 180 403 US dollars

To win the US Open would be magical - Oosthuizen after opening 66

Michael Sherman|Published

A superb five-under 66 secured Oosthuizen a share of second on day one of the US Open

SA’s Goosen to be inducted in World Golf Hall of Fame

Michael Sherman|Published

Retief Goosen is set to be one of five golfers inducted into the World Golf Hall of Fame this year

SA’s Harding sets tongues wagging with early fireworks at Augusta

Michael Sherman|Published

Harding could not have chosen a bigger stage to announce himself to the world of international golf