Shivangi Sinha
Netflix’s ‘Squid Game: The Challenge’ quickly became a global hit with its debut season, as it was a high-stakes competition inspired by the original series. The success prompted its return for a second season, featuring even more thrilling games and intense personal dynamics among the contestants. One of the standout players was Jonti Crispy, who approached the competition with a mix of skill and strategic social play. Rather than relying solely on his abilities, Jonti often leaned on alliances and luck and it was an approach that sometimes worked brilliantly in his favor and other times led to risky consequences.
Jonti Crisp Was Eliminated Due to Another Contestant’s Performance
Jonti Crisp, contestant number 118, entered the season with a clear mission to win, no matter what it took. From the very beginning, he was open about his determination and willingness to use strategy, manipulation, and even emotional deception to stay in the game. During one of the early rounds, when players were asked to vote others out, Jonti put on a convincing act, pretending to be torn and emotional about the decision. Later, he admitted that the display was purely tactical and it was a way to gain sympathy and trust from the other contestants. While some bought into his act, others, like Viper, saw straight through it and openly questioned his honesty.
Their rivalry continued into the next challenge, Catch, where contestants had to rely on timing and coordination. Unlike others who formed teams as they were told to, Jonti chose to play solo, believing his instincts and fortune would guide him through. It was a risky move that nearly cost him everything. He was told that he could pick another contestant whose fate would directly determine his own. If they lost, he would be eliminated too. In an ironic choice, Jonti picked Viper, his outspoken critic. The two seemed poised to advance, but when Dalton missed his crucial catch, it sealed both of their fates. Jonti’s gamble, which was built on confidence, calculation, and a touch of arrogance, ultimately ended his journey in the game.
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Jonti Crisp is no stranger to the world of reality television. Before appearing on the season, he had already tested his competitive streak in ‘Million Dollar Island Australia’ in 2023, where he was known as Player 43. The series, which brings together contestants to survive on a remote island while forming alliances and completing challenges for a shot at a million-dollar prize, proved to be a breakthrough moment for him. He walked away with an impressive AUS $100,000. That experience set the stage for his next big television appearance and solidified his love for high-stakes adventure.
Based in Newcastle, Australia, Jonti currently works as a bartender, a job that perfectly suits his outgoing personality and love for connecting with people. Now 23, having celebrated his birthday in July 2025, Jonti seems to embrace life with a spontaneous and adventurous spirit. He often jokes that he doesn’t plan much; he just follows wherever life takes him. His social life is a collection of travel diaries and moments with friends. In July 2024, he explored Bali, soaking up the sun and the culture, and just a couple of months later, he headed to New Zealand with his best friend, Kyle Connors. The duo even documented their trip through vlogs that Jonti continues to promote enthusiastically on Kyle’s channel. Jonti himself also has a Depop page through which he resells his old clothes.
Most recently, Jonti ventured to the US in 2025, spending time in California and Atlanta, Georgia, an experience he described as eye-opening and inspiring. Beyond the cameras and competitions, Jonti values his close circle deeply. His siblings, Jem, Issy, and Xav, along with his parents, form the core of his support system. He often expresses how their encouragement keeps him grounded, no matter how wild his adventures get.
