Elton Jantjies, the former Springbok rugby star, has publicly refuted claims that he is currently homeless or struggling financially. These rumours circulated after reports suggested that he failed to keep up with his mortgage payments, leading to a housing crisis.
troubled lifestyle. But Elton made it clear in a recent social media post that these claims were completely
false.
Elton Jantjies says he is not homeless.
In a video shared on his Instagram account, Jantjies took a stand against the accusations. Standing in front of
what he claimed to be his home in Bryanston, he addressed the media reports, saying:
“It doesn’t bother me; it’s honestly laughable to take these comments seriously. I have a house, I’m not
homeless, and my mother didn’t kick me out.”
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Jantjies gave his followers a brief tour of his home to prove his point further. During the video, he paused before a photo of himself, his ex-wife, Iva Ristic, and one of their children. He also called for an apology to his loved ones, asserting that the allegations were hurtful and unfounded.
Fans in the comment section urged him to stay strong and ignore the negative press, reminding him that such
reports shouldn’t define his life.
Media Speculation and Lifestyle Allegations
The video response followed a report by Zimoja, which claimed that Jantjies’ supposed financial struggles and
alleged “wild” party lifestyle were to blame for his current situation. The media outlet suggested that the
former Springbok had been mixing with the wrong crowd and spending recklessly, contributing to his downfall.
Additionally, these claims were intertwined with the controversy surrounding his four-year ban from
professional rugby due to doping allegations, further complicating his public image.
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launched his own rugby coaching business, The Game Changers.However, his upcoming event is making waves for an entirely different reason. Next month, Jantjies will be
stepping into the boxing ring for a charity match. On 30 November, he is scheduled to face fellow rugby player
Lionel Mapae in Durban. The match is being held to raise funds for the Abbaquar San Dream Centre, a community
initiative in KwaZulu-Natal.