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Stake eSports Betting in Canada: Markets, Odds and Live Wagers

Stake esports betting covers every major competitive gaming title, including CS2, Dota 2, League of Legends and Valorant. You can place pre-match wagers on outright winners, map handicaps and total maps, or switch to Stake esports live betting once the first round starts. Stake esports betting odds update throughout each match, reflecting pick and ban phases, economy swings and momentum shifts between rounds. New players in Canada can check Stake’s current welcome offer after registration, subject to standard eligibility terms.

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Most-Watched eSports Tournaments in Canada

IEM Katowice

CS2

ESL Pro Tour Championship
1,000,000 USD
Katowice, Poland, Spodek Arena
Group stage plus single-elimination playoffs, best-of-3 through best-of-5 final
24
over 120 players

PGL Major

CS2

Valve-sponsored Major Championship
1,250,000 USD
rotates across Europe each year
Challengers, Legends and Champions stages, best-of-3 through best-of-5 final
24
over 120 players

The International

Dota 2

Valve Major Championship
historically among the largest in esports, peaking at 40,018,195 USD in 2021
rotates, past editions held in Seattle and Copenhagen
Group stage plus double-elimination playoffs, best-of-3 through best-of-5 final
20
100 players

League of Legends World Championship

League of Legends

Riot Games global championship
2,225,000 USD in the 2024 edition
rotates globally each year
Play-in stage, Swiss group stage, single-elimination knockouts, best-of-5 final
17
85 players

Valorant Champions

Valorant

Riot Games global championship
1,000,000 USD
rotates globally each year
Group stage plus single-elimination playoffs, best-of-3 through best-of-5 final
16
80 players

BLAST Premier World Final

CS2

BLAST global championship
1,000,000 USD
Copenhagen, Denmark, Royal Arena
Single-elimination bracket, best-of-3 through best-of-5 final
8
40 players

Common eSports Betting Markets

Stake esports betting odds cover a broad set of general markets that apply across most titles. Stake esports online betting keeps these markets updated from the qualifiers through the grand finals.

  • Match Winner: Pick which side wins the overall match.
  • Map Winner: Bet on the winner of a single map within the match.
  • Handicap (Map/Round): A virtual advantage or disadvantage applied to one side before the match starts.
  • Total Maps/Rounds (Over/Under): Bet on whether the total number of maps or rounds played goes over or under a set line.
  • Outright/Futures Winner: Bet on which side lifts the trophy at a tournament before it begins.
  • To Qualify From Group: Bet on which side advances past the group stage.
  • Correct Match Score: Predict the exact map score of the match, such as 2-0 or 2-1.
  • Round Handicap: A virtual round advantage or disadvantage applied within a single map.
  • Both Sides To Win A Map: Bet on whether both sides win at least one map each.
  • First Map Winner: Bet on which side wins the opening map of the match.

Game-Specific Markets

Available markets change from title to title, based on how each esports game is structured. Here is a breakdown of markets tied to specific games on Stake.

CS2 Markets

  • Pistol Round Winner
  • First Kill of the Map
  • Total Rounds Won by a Side
  • Bomb Planted (Yes/No)
  • Overtime (Yes/No)

Dota 2 Markets

  • First Blood
  • Total Kills
  • Roshan Kills Leader
  • First Tower Destroyed
  • Draft Advantage (Pick and Ban)

League of Legends Markets

  • First Blood
  • First Tower Destroyed
  • First Dragon Secured
  • Baron Nashor Secured
  • Total Kills (Over/Under)

Valorant Markets

  • Pistol Round Winner
  • First Blood
  • Spike Planted (Yes/No)
  • Total Rounds Won
  • MVP of the Match

PUBG Markets

  • Match Winner (Chicken Dinner)
  • Total Kills by a Squad
  • Top 10 Finish (Yes/No)
  • Placement Points Leader

Rainbow Six Siege Markets

  • Round Winner
  • First Blood
  • Total Rounds Played (Over/Under)
  • Site Defense Success Rate

eSports Match Formats Explained

Match format changes how odds move and how much weight to give recent form. Stake esports betting odds often shift between maps once a format is set.

Format How It Works and Betting Impact
Best of 1 (Bo1) A single map decides the winner. Higher variance, favors underdog upsets in qualifiers and group stage.
Best of 3 (Bo3) First side to win two maps takes the match. Lowers variance, the standard format for playoff matches.
Best of 5 (Bo5) First side to win three maps takes the match. Reserved for grand finals, rewards map pool depth.
Group Stage (Round Robin) Every side plays each other once or twice. Builds head-to-head stats ahead of the playoffs.
Single Elimination One loss ends a run. Raises the value of handicap and moneyline markets near elimination matches.
Double Elimination A loss sends a side to a lower bracket instead of eliminating it. Reduces the impact of a single upset.
Swiss Format Sides are paired against opponents with similar records each round. Used in the League of Legends World Championship group stage.

Stake Esports Live Betting

Stake esports live betting stays open once the first map or round begins. Live odds recalculate after each round, kill, objective or map result, reflecting the current state of play. You can track score updates, map picks and round counts directly on the bet slip while a match is in progress. Stake esports betting app users get the same live odds feed on mobile as on desktop, with no separate app download required. Markets such as map winner, total rounds and match winner stay open for in-play wagers until the result is locked in.

Stake esports live betting screen showing real-time odds, score updates and in-play markets during an active match.

FAQ

Can you bet on esports using Canadian dollars on Stake?

Stake operates as a crypto-first platform. You can fund your account with Bitcoin, Ethereum, Tether (USDT), Litecoin and other supported cryptocurrencies, with your balance displayed in CAD for convenience.

Is there a Stake esports betting app for mobile?

Stake does not require a separate app download. The mobile site runs directly in your browser on iOS and Android, with the same odds and markets as desktop.

What is the minimum bet for esports markets on Stake?

Minimum wager amounts vary by market and by the cryptocurrency used, typically starting near the equivalent of 0.10 USD.

Do you need to verify your identity to bet on esports at Stake?

Stake may require identity verification for withdrawals or when flagged during routine compliance checks, in line with standard anti-money laundering practices.

Are responsible gambling tools available for esports betting?

Yes. Stake provides deposit limits, wager limits, loss limits and self-exclusion tools in your account settings, along with links to independent support organizations.

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