Platform comparison
| Platform | YES odds | NO odds | Fee | KYC | Settlement | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Election Predictions UK Pick polygram.ink |
100% | 0% | 0% (USDC on-chain) | No-KYC up to $1,500 | USDC, auto via UMA oracle | Open on Election Predictions UK → |
Polymarket polymarket.com |
100% | 0% | 0% | Geo-blocked in US/UK/EU | USDC, on-chain | Open on Election Predictions UK → |
Kalshi kalshi.com |
— | — | Up to 7% per trade | US-only, KYC required | USD | Open on Election Predictions UK → |
Betfair Exchange betfair.com |
— | — | 2-5% commission | Full KYC from first trade | GBP / EUR | Open on Election Predictions UK → |
Manifold Markets manifold.markets |
— | — | Play-money (mana) | None — play-money | Mana (no cash-out) | Open on Election Predictions UK → |
Live odds for Polymarket-based markets come from the Polygon order book. Non-Polymarket venues show attributes only; clicking any row opens the market on Election Predictions UK.
Active sub-markets
| Match Winner | 100% Sharks | 0% Eternal Fire |
| O/U 2.5 Games | 0% Over | 100% Under |
| Map Handicap: SHK (-1.5) vs Eternal Fire (+1.5) | 100% Sharks | 0% Eternal Fire |
| Map 1 Total Rounds: Over/Under 21.5 | 100% Over | 0% Under |
| Map 2 Total Rounds: Over/Under 21.5 | 1% Over | 100% Under |
| Map 3 Total Rounds: Over/Under 21.5 | 50% Over | 51% Under |
Market context
The underlying event is the Counter-Strike Upper bracket quarterfinal match between Sharks and Eternal Fire in DraculaN Group A, scheduled for 23 June at 11:00 EDT. Despite the crowd-implied probability of 100% favouring Sharks, market data from Kalshi shows a divergent 40% chance for Eternal Fire and a 42¢ price for Sharks, indicating significant uncertainty in the actual outcome [1]. This discrepancy suggests the market is not yet settled on a definitive winner, contrary to the prevailing sentiment.
Historically, prediction markets in esports quarterfinals often exhibit similar volatility when one team holds a strong recent win rate; Eternal Fire’s 60% win rate over five matches and 67% over the last month mirrors cases where underdogs outperform initial odds [3]. Comparable B-Tier online matches in May 2026 saw similar shifts, with teams like Eternal Fire overcoming early deficits to secure victories, framing the current 100% probability as potentially premature [6].
Traders should monitor upcoming announcements regarding team line-ups and any scheduled declarations from the DraculaN Group A organisers, as these could act as catalysts for probability shifts. Recent news from Flashscore highlights live statistics and head-to-head records that may influence market movements, particularly if Eternal Fire demonstrates resilience in early rounds [5]. The market is leaning on the catalyst of real-time performance data, with polling aggregators like Sofascore providing critical head-to-head insights that could alter the current trajectory [4].
Methodology
Political prediction markets differ structurally from sports betting: thinner liquidity, longer settlement windows, higher sensitivity to single news events. This page shows the live Polymarket quote for Counter-Strike: Sharks vs Eternal Fire (BO3) - DraculaN Group A plus platform attributes for the three reference venues, so you can see at a glance where the deepest market for this question sits.
Resolution & payout
Political markets typically settle on official candidate or agency confirmation. Polymarket uses UMA Optimistic Oracle: a proposer posts the outcome with a bond, the two-hour window opens, then the smart contract pays USDC.
Kalshi settles USD via CFTC clearinghouse, with clearly defined resolution sources (e.g. AP race calls for elections). Betfair settles after the official outcome is registered with the league or agency. Manifold is play-money.
FAQ
- Is this market available outside the US?
- Election Predictions UK is available in most jurisdictions where Polymarket isn't directly accessible. Polymarket itself is geo-blocked in the US/UK/EU. Always check local regulations.
- What's the difference between YES and NO shares?
- A YES share pays $1.00 if the event happens, $0 otherwise. A NO share pays $1.00 if the event doesn't happen. The market price between 0¢ and 100¢ is the implied probability.
- How fast are USDC deposits?
- Polygon credits deposits after 12 confirmations — usually under 30 seconds. Withdrawals follow the same path and land back in your wallet within minutes.
- Do I need to KYC for this market?
- Not under $1,500 of lifetime trading volume. Above that threshold, Election Predictions UK triggers a quick verification flow that finishes in minutes.
- How reliable are the quoted odds?
- The YES/NO percentages are the live mid-prices of the Polymarket order book. On deep markets they move every few seconds; on thinner ones you'll see short plateaus.
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