Michael Sherman

Senior Sports Journalist

Watch VideoIs Ryan Rickelton’s future uncertain with Proteas after India ODI series struggles?

Michael Sherman|Published

Ryan Rickelton’s future in the Proteas ODI team is uncertain after two ducks in the India series, with his inconsistent ODI performance contrasting his stronger ...

Watch VideoOrlando Pirates need to aim for league glory after Carling Knockout triumph, says Lucky Lekgwathi

Michael Sherman|Published

Orlando Pirates, fresh off their Carling Knockout victory and leading the Betway Premiership, need to push for league glory this season, according to former player ...

Watch VideoShaun Bartlett criticises Kaizer Chiefs’ inconsistency despite strong Premiership position

Michael Sherman|Published

Shaun Bartlett criticised Kaizer Chiefs’ inconsistency in performance and player selection despite their strong fourth-place position in the Betway Premiership, ...

Watch VideoKaizer Chiefs, Khalil Ben Youssef left frustrated with no Christmas present against TS Galaxy

Michael Sherman|Published

Kaizer Chiefs interim co-coach Khalil Ben Youssef expressed frustration over a goalless draw against TS Galaxy, citing missed opportunities and controversial referee ...

Watch VideoBet on Bafana Bafana winning Afcon as the odds have never been more in SA punters’ favour

Michael Sherman|Published

Bet on Bafana Bafana to win the Africa Cup of Nations as they enter the tournament with a 2.11% chance, under coach Hugo Broos and riding high after qualifying for ...

Watch VideoEmmanuel Petit: Bafana Bafana is Afcon’s dark horse contender

Michael Sherman|Published

Emmanuel Petit, former World Cup winner, sees Bafana Bafana as a dark horse contender at the Africa Cup of Nations, with Morocco as the heavy favourites due to home ...

Watch VideoMamelodi Sundowns’ Miguel Cardoso - Someone more clever on the pitch made it difficult for us

Michael Sherman|Published

Mamelodi Sundowns’ coach Miguel Cardoso expressed thinly veiled frustration over the officiating after a 1-1 draw with Siwelele FC, which saw his team reduced to ...

Watch VideoKaizer Chiefs’ Khalil Ben Youssef left frustrated after Chippa draw

Michael Sherman|Published

Kaizer Chiefs co-coach Khalil Ben Youssef expressed frustration over his team’s goal-scoring struggles after a goalless draw with Chippa United, emphasising the ...

Watch VideoNedbank Golf Challenge: Gary Player Country Club just got a whole lot tougher

Michael Sherman|Published

The 2025 Nedbank Golf Challenge at Gary Player Country Club introduces strategic course modifications to enhance player challenge and spectator excitement, including ...

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 VideoStranger Things season 5 episode 4: How a subtle 2020s reference went unnoticed

Michael Sherman|Published

Stranger Things season 5 episode 4 subtly references the 2020s with the misuse of “literally,” despite its strong 80s nostalgia appeal.

Watch VideoHow South African supporters reacted to Eben Etzebeth eye gouge

Michael Sherman|Published

South African rugby fans expressed widespread condemnation of Eben Etzebeth’s eye-gouging incident during the Springboks’ 73-0 victory over Wales, sparking debates ...

Watch VideoProteas’ Aiden Markram rues top order failure in defeat to India

Michael Sherman|Published

Aiden Markram acknowledged the Proteas’ top order failure as a key factor in their 17-run defeat to India in the first One-Day International, despite a strong all-round ...

Watch VideoHow long Springbok Eben Etzebeth could be banned for eye-gouge

Michael Sherman|Published

Springbok lock Eben Etzebeth faces a potential ban of 4 to 52 weeks for eye-gouging during the 73-0 win over Wales, with his good disciplinary record and previous ...

Watch VideoRulani Mokwena faces former team Mamelodi Sundowns in high-stakes Caf Champions League clash

Michael Sherman|Published

Rulani Mokwena faces his former team, Mamelodi Sundowns, in a significant CAF Champions League match at Ali la Pointe Stadium, with both teams aiming for victory ...

Watch VideoWorld Rugby has to ask itself some tough questions - Schalk Brits

Michael Sherman|Published

Former South Africa hooker Schalk Brits criticised World Rugby’s harsh penalties for head contact in tackles, arguing that the focus on safety should consider player ...

Watch VideoThe best mid-range (R15k) PC on the market in SA is not a Windows device

Michael Sherman|Published

Here is the best mid-range PC under R15,000 in SA, the Mac mini which offers superior performance, user-friendly macOS 26, and exceptional capabilities for video ...

Watch VideoIf the Springboks aren’t favourites against Wales, what are they?

Michael Sherman|Published

Despite missing key players for their Test match against Wales, the Springboks remain strong contenders, having won 11 of their 13 Tests this season, with scrum ...

Watch VideoMicrosoft faces mounting challenges: Windows 11 core functions ‘broken’

Michael Sherman|Published

Microsoft faces significant challenges with Windows 11’s core functions being ‘broken,’ leading to user dissatisfaction and a growing shift towards Apple’s macOS, ...

Watch VideoWould Gaston Sirino have made a difference for Chiefs in Caf Confederation Cup loss?

Michael Sherman|Published

Gaston Sirino’s absence due to suspension in Kaizer Chiefs’ 2-1 loss to Al Masry in the Caf Confederation Cup raises questions about his potential impact, as former ...

Watch VideoSpringboks’ 'hilarious' red card saga: Mock team sheets and Wikipedia pranks ahead of Ireland clash

Michael Sherman|Published

The Springboks’ red card saga ahead of their clash with Ireland has sparked humour and controversy, with mock team sheets and Wikipedia pranks highlighting their ...

Watch VideoSafa referees department: VAR in early technical assessment phase

Michael Sherman|Published

VAR technology is in the early testing stages in South Africa, with the Safa Referees Department managing its implementation and promising official updates through ...

Watch VideoNaas Botha’s sage advice for World Rugby, and that Jan Els ‘klap’

Michael Sherman|Published

Naas Botha, legendary Springbok flyhalf, offers his perspective on World Rugby’s current disciplinary challenges, advocating for clearer rules and emphasising the ...

Watch VideoSafa set to trial VAR during Nedbank Cup semi-finals

Michael Sherman|Updated

South African football is set to trial the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) during the Nedbank Cup semi-finals in April 2026, with the SA Football Association appointing ...