TOTAL VOLUME:
$134.2b
24H VOL:
$126,590,312
24H TRANSACTIONS:
2,388,728,490
OPEN INTEREST:
$1,439,516,703
404,175
Markets across
30,277
events
MATCHED EVENTS:
2,685
PLATFORM COVERAGE:
5
Polymarket:
39%
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Kalshi:
61%
Closed: Sep 13, 8:44 PM EST
Kalshi
The second map of this best-of-three series serves as a pivotal turning point, where the winning team can shift the momentum of the match. Each team's performance here can determine whether they advance to the decisive third map.
The market resolves to Yes for the respective team if they win map 2 of the specified Valorant match. If the match or map is postponed beyond 48 hours, cancelled, or forfeited before play begins, the market resolves to the fair market price. If a map begins and is later forfeited, resolution follows the governing body's official result.
Often, prediction market odds reflect a different perspective than those found at traditional sportsbooks. Sportsbooks set lines to balance action and incorporate a profit margin, while this market relies on the collective wisdom of traders. If a significant number of traders believe a particular outcome is more likely than implied by sportsbook odds, the price will move accordingly. Discrepancies can arise due to differing information, biases, or simply varying interpretations of team strengths. It’s common to see this market offer insights that diverge from initial sportsbook lines, potentially identifying value opportunities.
On Kalshi, this market is priced through a continuous order book where traders buy and sell contracts representing possible outcomes. The price of a contract reflects the probability of that outcome occurring, as perceived by the market participants. As more traders buy contracts for a specific outcome, its price increases, and the probability of that outcome increases as well. On Kalshi, prices reflect that venue's order book, liquidity, and how traders price the outcome right now. The market dynamically adjusts to new information and changing sentiment, providing a real-time assessment of the potential results of the match. This creates a fluid and responsive pricing mechanism.
This market resolves around Sep 14, 2026, with the outcome confirmed once the event is verifiable from credible public reporting. The result of Map 2 in the KRÜ Blaze versus Akave Esports Black Valorant match will determine the winning contract. The resolution will be based on the official game results as reported by the tournament organizers. Traders holding contracts corresponding to the winning outcome will receive a payout, while those holding losing contracts will forfeit their investment. The platform will verify the outcome against publicly available sources.
Several factors could influence the price of this market before resolution. Any news regarding player form, team strategies, or unexpected roster changes could shift trader sentiment. In-game performance during earlier matches in the series may also impact expectations for Map 2. Significant shifts in public opinion, as reflected in social media or esports analyst predictions, could also drive price movements. Unexpected technical issues or delays during the match could introduce uncertainty and volatility into this market. Monitoring these signals will be key to understanding potential price fluctuations.