Stake review: CS2 betting at the Singapore Major

Verdict

Stake scores 4.3/5 for betting on the PGL CS2 Major Singapore 2026 and ranks #5 of 6. It is the strongest pick for high-volume crypto betting.

CS2 markets for the Major

Coverage is widest for Stage 3 and playoff matches, with props added closer to the start of each series. Expect these markets on Major fixtures:

• Match and map winner;
• Handicaps;
• Totals;
• Outrights;
• Live markets.

How to bet on the Major at Stake

Five steps from sign-up to the first bet on a Singapore Major match. Set the limits before the first deposit.

1. Open Stake, check that it is available in your country and register.
2. Verify the account and set a deposit limit in the account settings.
3. Deposit with a supported method: crypto (BTC, ETH, USDT and more); local fiat in some regions.
4. Find Counter-Strike in the esports section and open the PGL Major Singapore matches.
5. Pick the market, enter the amount on the bet slip and confirm.

Pairings, best prices and predictions for every series are on the Major matches and predictions list.

Live betting and streams

Streams: selected streams. In-play CS2 odds move after every round, so a fast, stable bet slip matters more than in most sports.

Many bookmakers pause CS2 live markets during key moments of a round and reopen them between rounds; the length of those pauses decides how usable live betting is.

Payments

Supported methods: Crypto (BTC, ETH, USDT and more); local fiat in some regions. Methods, limits and fees differ by country, so check the cashier before the first deposit.

Withdrawals usually go back to the deposit method, and a first withdrawal often triggers identity checks. Upload documents early to avoid delays during the Major.

Licence and safety

Licensed in: Curaçao. Founded in 2017. Confirm the licence shown in the site footer for your region before signing up.

Bonus offers and terms change often and differ by country, so amounts are not listed here. Read the full terms on the operator’s site. 18+.

Deposit limits, time-outs and self-exclusion are explained in the responsible gambling guide.

Score breakdown

Five criteria, each scored out of 5 and weighted as described in the rating methodology.

Alternatives to Stake

Different bettors want different things from a CS2 bookmaker. These three are rated next:

• GG.BET review: best for CS2 market depth;
• Pinnacle review: best for odds and low margins;
• bet365 review: best for an all-round regulated sportsbook.

The full ranking is on the CS2 betting sites list.