Platform comparison
| Platform | YES odds | NO odds | Fee | KYC | Settlement | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Kalshi UK Pick polygram.ink |
55% | 45% | 0% (USDC on-chain) | No-KYC up to $1,500 | USDC, auto via UMA oracle | Open on Kalshi UK → |
Polymarket polymarket.com |
55% | 45% | 0% | Geo-blocked in US/UK/EU | USDC, on-chain | Open on Kalshi UK → |
Kalshi kalshi.com |
— | — | Up to 7% per trade | US-only, KYC required | USD | Open on Kalshi UK → |
Betfair Exchange betfair.com |
— | — | 2-5% commission | Full KYC from first trade | GBP / EUR | Open on Kalshi UK → |
Manifold Markets manifold.markets |
— | — | Play-money (mana) | None — play-money | Mana (no cash-out) | Open on Kalshi 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 Kalshi UK.
Active sub-markets
| Map 1 Winner | 55% Global Esports | 46% FULL SENSE |
| Map 2 Winner | 54% Global Esports | 47% FULL SENSE |
| Map 2 Rounds Handicap: FULL SENSE (-2.5) vs Global Esports (+2.5) | 34% FULL SENSE | 67% Global Esports |
| Match Winner | 56% Global Esports | 45% FULL SENSE |
| O/U 2.5 Games | 49% Over | 52% Under |
| Map Handicap: GE (-1.5) vs FULL SENSE (+1.5) | 31% Global Esports | 70% FULL SENSE |
Market context
Global Esports face FULL SENSE in a best-of-three Valorant match at VCT Masters London on 9 June, with the conditional token currently pricing Global Esports' victory at 55% on Polymarket. The match forms part of the group stage round robin, where both teams compete for seeding advancement. Settlement hinges on a decisive result by 23:00 UTC on the scheduled date; any cancellation, tie, or week-long delay without completion triggers a 50-50 resolution, whilst incomplete matches default to the leading team's favour if one has secured match victory before abandonment.
Global Esports' recent form provides the primary historical anchor. The Indian organisation has competed consistently in international VCT circuits, though their placement relative to FULL SENSE—a Brazilian roster with varying roster stability—remains the key comparison point. Previous Masters events show Indian teams performing competitively against South American sides, though results depend heavily on map pool alignment and individual player performance on the day. FULL SENSE's participation in international competition has been sporadic, creating asymmetric information around their current tactical cohesion.
Traders should monitor final roster confirmations and any last-minute schedule adjustments from Riot Games, typically announced 48 hours before group stage matches. Equipment or connectivity issues affecting either team's practice facilities in the week preceding the match could shift preparation quality. The conditional token mechanics on Polygon mean settlement occurs automatically once Riot's official results post; liquidity typically concentrates in the final 12 hours before match start, when team warm-up performances and final odds movements converge.
Methodology
We track Valorant: Global Esports vs FULL SENSE (BO3) - VCT Masters London Group Stage on the five venues with material liquidity for prediction markets. Live odds come from the Polymarket Polygon order book — the only source that ships real-time data under an open licence. For Kalshi, Betfair and Manifold we list platform attributes (fee, KYC, settlement, payment) instead of fabricated odds, because their APIs use non-comparable contract definitions.
Resolution & payout
Polymarket-based markets settle through the UMA Optimistic Oracle on Polygon. A proposer submits the outcome, a two-hour challenge window opens, and unchallenged proposals finalise the resolution. Payouts settle automatically in USDC the moment the result is final — no bookmaker, no delay.
Kalshi-based markets settle in USD via the CFTC-regulated clearinghouse. Betfair Exchange settles in GBP/EUR net of commission. Manifold is play-money and does not pay out real funds.
FAQ
- Is this market available outside the US?
- Kalshi 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.
- How does resolution work?
- Through the UMA Optimistic Oracle on Polygon: a proposer submits the outcome, a two-hour challenge window opens, and USDC payouts settle automatically once the result is final.
- 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.
- Do I need to KYC for this market?
- Not under $1,500 of lifetime trading volume. Above that threshold, Kalshi 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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