Who is Johns Benny (@CricCrazyJohns)? Cricket Twitter Star

In the digital era, it seems like everyone is a cricket influencer, until a genuine one emerges. That person is Johns Benny, popularly known as “Johns.” He has carved a unique space for himself on ‘X’ (formerly Twitter) as a reliable source of cricket news and updates.

But the question remains: Who is Johns? What’s the secret behind his ability to break cricket news ahead of established media outlets? And how has he built such an extensive network within the international cricket community? This article traces his journey from his early days to his current achievements, shedding light on the scale of his social media influence.

Johns: Early Life and Background

Johns was born in Ernakulam, Kerala, India. Details about his family are not publicly available. He began his career on Facebook while pursuing engineering. In a podcast, he revealed that he had a lot of free time during his engineering studies, which he spent on Facebook.

He joined a cricket group called ‘Cric Toolers’ in 2013-14, posting ball-by-ball match updates, cricket news, and other content. However, the group was eventually banned due to copyright issues with videos.

In June 2016, Johns started posting the same cricket content on X under the handle @CricCrazyJohns. His breakthrough came during the 2019 World Cup when he tweeted about Caribbean cricketer Nicholas Pooran. Pooran retweeted it, and Johns experienced a significant surge in followers, solidifying his presence on X

Educational Background

According to his LinkedIn profile, Johns completed his Mechanical Engineering from Holy Kings College of Engineering and Technology, Muvattupuzha. He completed his schooling at St. Thomas Public School, Muvattupuzha.

Family Details

Information about Johns’ immediate family; such as his wife, children, parents, or siblings—is not publicly available. This section will be updated once verified details are available.

Career

Johns started his career by reporting on cricket matches and sharing his opinions on Facebook, and later on X. According to the NDTV Knuckle Ball YouTube channel, he eventually became a sports writer at the popular cricket site Sportskeeda, covering high-profile events, including IPL matches and international cricket leagues.

Johns Income and Net Worth

Johns earns a significant income primarily through social media, especially X. According to Influencer Marketing Hub, his monthly earnings range between ₹8-10 lakhs, with peak earnings during the IPL season due to brand promotions and paid posts. His estimated net worth is approximately ₹8-9 crore.

Johns Religion

Johns belongs to the Syro-Malabar Catholic community in Kerala.

Johns Personal Interests, Hobbies, and Favourites

In a discussion with Sports Republic Podcast, Johns shared that he has loved cricket since childhood. He doesn’t just watch the game; he studies players, statistics, and strategies. He also supports the growth of cricket in emerging countries, such as Nepal.

• Favourite Cricketer: Hardik Pandya, Sanju Samson and Nicholas Pooran
• Favourite Actor: Mohanlal.
• Favourite Actress: Unknown.
• Favourite Movie: Unknown.

Johns Achievements and Recognition

Johns is well-known in the cricketing community for his dedication and hard work. He has been invited to speak at sports media platforms and is respected as a reliable source of cricket news.

Johns Social Media Follower

• X- 673.8 K
• Instagram- Not Available
• Facebook-  NA
• YouTube – NA

How does Johns get cricket updates faster than anyone else?

In an interview with NDTV Knuckle Ball, Johns revealed that he constantly follows 20-25 websites that provide breaking cricket news. As soon as an update is available, he shares it on his official X account. Remarkably, he works solo without a team. His dedication and passion for cricket allow him to manage this workload efficiently.

Johns also collaborates with broadcasters and sponsors, giving him early or special access to news. For example, his promotion of networks like Star Sports may provide him exclusive content. Additionally, he engages regularly with fans, players, and cricket experts online, building a community that helps him receive news quickly.

FAQs

1. Who is Johns?
   Johns is a cricket news aggregator and social media influencer.
2. How did Johns start his career?
   He began as a sports writer covering cricket matches on Facebook and later expanded to X.
3. What is Johns’ monthly income and net worth?
   Johns earns around ₹8-10 lakhs per month, with an estimated net worth of ₹8-9 crore.
4. What is Johns’ official social media handle?
   Johns is primarily active on X (formerly Twitter) under the handle @CricCrazyJohns.
5. Does Johns work with a team?
   No, Johns works solo, managing all cricket updates and posts by himself.
6. How did Johns gain popularity?
   He gained major recognition after Caribbean cricketer Nicholas Pooran retweeted his World Cup 2019 update, leading to a surge in followers.

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