The clip is only a few seconds long: a single tripod standing on a dusty lot in Kuwait, with a camera on top, a microphone on the side and a screen hanging underneath. No cables running to a desk, no laptop, no crew in sight.
When we shared it on Facebook and TikTok, the comments filled up with the same handful of questions. What camera is that? Where did you get the hood? How much does the whole setup cost? And the one that came up again and again: what monitor is that?
It is not a monitor. That screen is a YoloBox Extreme, and it is the entire control room. The rig belongs to Benson Pereira, who uses it to livestream cricket every weekend, and it earned him a place among the Extreme Conditions winners of the YoloBox Setup Showdown. Here is the story behind it, and the answers to everything people asked.
A Cricket Dream in One of the Hottest Countries on Earth
Benson Pereira, known to most people as Ben, lives in Kuwait and shares his work as Ben Creations. He had a simple dream: to livestream cricket matches.
The obstacles were anything but simple. Kuwait is one of the hottest countries in the world, and Ben needed a setup that was portable and could run on battery power, so the whole broadcast could travel with him to the ground.
He built it around a single camera and a YoloBox. In his words, YoloBox is the only solution for him to stream sports in Kuwait, because it is quick, fast and portable. Today he streams sports every weekend, and the people who know his work vouch for more than the gear. One viewer who recognised the rig commented that it was “Benz’s creation from Kuwait,” praising his live service and his personality.
The Rig, From Top to Bottom
Everything lives on one tripod. Ben answered most of the questions about it himself in the comments, so here is the full breakdown in one place.
| Position on the tripod | Gear | What it does |
|---|---|---|
| Top | Sony FDR-AX53 camcorder (now discontinued, as Ben notes) | The single camera, streaming in 2K at 60 fps |
| On the rig | Sony microphone | Commentary audio |
| On the tripod handle | Sony zoom controller | Lets Ben zoom without touching the camera |
| Underneath | YoloBox Extreme with a sun hood | Switching, replays, web overlays and streaming, all on one screen |
| Power | Battery-powered setup | No need to find a socket at the ground |
The sun hood is a small detail that matters in Kuwait. Ben says he picked it up from AliExpress, and it helps keep the YoloBox screen readable in bright light.
Why One Tripod Changes Everything
The screen is the whole production
Viewers assumed the screen under the camera was a field monitor. In reality, the YoloBox Extreme is doing the work of a switcher, an encoder, a replay system and a graphics machine at once. That is why the rig looks so clean: there is nothing else to plug it into.
Set up anywhere the tripod can stand
Because everything is on one tripod and runs on battery power, Ben can set up wherever there is a good view of the pitch. His photos show the rig shaded under an umbrella on sunny days, raised on scaffolding for a higher angle, and running under floodlights at night.
One camera, still a full broadcast
A single camera does not mean a flat stream. Ben adds instant replays and web overlays through the YoloBox Extreme, so viewers see key moments again and always know the context of the match. He describes the result as simple and professional livestreaming.
Built to be copied
The most telling thing about the comments is how many people wanted to build the same thing. They asked for the camera model, the hood and the full gear list, and Ben patiently answered. When someone said the setup looked too costly, his reply was simple: it is worth investing if you are into livestreaming or video production.
How to Build Your Own One-Tripod Rig
Plenty of commenters asked how to put together something similar. Here is what Ben’s setup suggests.
- Start with a sturdy tripod. Everything hangs off it, so choose one that stays steady with a camera on top and a YoloBox below.
- Mount the YoloBox where you can reach it. Putting the screen under the camera lets you switch, trigger replays and watch the stream without leaving your position.
- Add remote zoom. A zoom controller on the tripod handle lets you follow play smoothly without touching the camera.
- Fit a sun hood. In bright outdoor light, a simple hood makes the screen far easier to read. Shade your gear when you can, and check each device’s operating temperature range in its spec sheet.
- Plan your power. A battery-powered setup frees you from sockets, so bring enough charge for the whole match.
- Use replays and overlays to make one camera feel like more. They add variety and context without adding gear.
Small Rig, Big Reach
Ben set out to livestream cricket in Kuwait with something he could carry and run on batteries. What he built turned out to be a rig that strangers around the world wanted to copy, from Spanish-speaking viewers asking how to put one together to fellow streamers asking for the full gear list.
“YoloBox is the only solution for me to stream sports in Kuwait: quick, fast and portable. I’m very happy and satisfied with the product, and the team support is immense.” — Benson Pereira
Follow Ben on Instagram (@bencreations_), watch one of his cricket livestreams on YouTube, and see the one-tripod clip that started all the questions.
Want the screen everyone asked about? Explore the YoloBox Extreme.
See the moment Ben was announced as an Extreme Conditions winner in the live replay below.
Ben is one of 14 winners. See how Chris Swisher kept a college rugby livestream running in hurricane rain, read how David Santiago turned TikTok Shop LIVE into a business, or explore all 14 winning setups in the Push It to the Extreme recap.
FAQ
What is the screen under the camera in Benson Pereira’s setup?
It is a YoloBox Extreme, not a monitor. It handles camera input, switching, instant replays, web overlays and streaming on one device, which is why the rig needs no laptop or separate switcher.
What camera does Ben use for his cricket livestreams?
Ben uses a Sony FDR-AX53 camcorder. He notes it has since been discontinued, so anyone copying the setup will need a current camcorder with clean HDMI output instead.
How do you mount a YoloBox and a camera on one tripod?
Ben mounts the camcorder on top of the tripod, attaches the YoloBox Extreme underneath it with a sun hood, adds a microphone to the rig and puts a zoom controller on the tripod handle, so everything is within reach from one spot.
How much does a one-tripod livestream setup cost?
It depends on the camera, audio and accessories you choose, because a setup like this combines several different devices. Start with the YoloBox model that fits your needs, then add a camera, microphone and tripod to suit your budget.
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