Counter-Strike: Inner Circle Esports vs 9INE (BO3) - Super DraculaN Group A

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Market context

The real-world event is the Lower Bracket Semifinal 1 in Super DraculaN Group A, where Inner Circle Esports faces 9INE in a Best of 3 CS2 match on 25 June at 05:00 ET. Inner Circle holds a modest 10% crowd-implied probability to win, despite Strafe users predicting them with 67.5% confidence and both teams sitting near identical world rankings (#58 and #61)[1][4].

Historically, 10% probabilities in lower-bracket CS2 matches often signal a team in a severe slump rather than a genuine underdog; 9INE’s 0.0% recent-month winrate and four losses in five matches mirror past cases where low odds correctly foreshadowed elimination[3]. Comparable cases show that when a team like 9INE enters with such a losing streak, even a slight ranking advantage rarely translates to victory, making the 10% figure a rational reflection of their current fragility rather than an anomaly.

Traders should monitor 9INE’s roster announcements for potential coaching changes or key absences, as their recent form suggests instability that could worsen before the match[3]. Watch for map-pick dependencies, particularly 9INE’s strong Ancient form (60% winrate) versus Inner Circle’s reliance on Dust2 (64% winrate), which may dictate series outcomes[3]. Any delay beyond seven days or cancellation would reset the market to 50-50, so confirm the match’s live status via Bo3.gg or Liquipedia before settlement[3][5].

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Methodology

Methodologically we separate two layers: the live probability (Polymarket mid-price) and the platform attributes (fee, KYC, settlement currency, payment rails). The odds column is filled only where we have clean data — that avoids the made-up numbers that get a network demoted when search engines cross-check against the source venue.

Resolution & payout

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FAQ

Where can I trade this market with the lowest fees?

On Sport Prediction, which mirrors the Polymarket order book at 0% fees. Kalshi charges up to 7% per trade; Betfair Exchange takes 2-5% commission on net winnings.

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.

What does it cost to trade on Sport Prediction?

Zero. Sport Prediction routes every order to the live Polymarket order book; the only cost is the Polygon network fee, typically under $0.01 per transaction.

Do I need to KYC for this market?

Not under $1,500 of lifetime trading volume. Above that threshold, Sport Prediction 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.