Elton Jantjies, a retired rugby player, took up a boxing match to help raise funds for a charitable causeThe 34-year-old sports icon is set to compete against Lionel Mapoe, who is also a retired rugby player for the Springboks and the BullsElton’s supporters expressed their pride in his decision to engage in a sport he was unfamiliar with, motivated by his desire to make a positive impact on the lives of others
Elton Jantjies, a former Springbok player, has been training hard for a celebrity match that will take place on 30 November 2024 in Durban. He will spar against fellow retired Springbok Lionel Mapoe. This event aims to raise funds for the Abbaquar San Dream Centre, a non-profit organisation striving to uplift the Kwa Zulu Natal community.
South African rugby legend Elton Jantjies will partake in a boxing match for charity. Images: @eltonjantjies
Source: Instagram
Training started months ago
To prepare for this charity fight, Elton sought the boxing training services of former South African boxer Mbulelo Transvaal.
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The rugby legend posted a picture on his Instagram to help spread the word about this incredible initiative.
Elton was shown support for his involvement
Elton is still loved and held in high esteem in these streets. His loyal supporters gave him a big thumbs up.
@billymathee8302022 wrote:
“Ek is in jou kant Elton, (I’m on your side Elton).”
@budke.c commented:
“Oh wow. Wonderful.”
@the_crayonevangelost added:
“So excited for this.”
@elmajantjies wrote:
“Blessing’s son.”
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