Platform comparison
| Platform | YES odds | NO odds | Fee | KYC | Settlement | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
PolyGram Pick polygram.ink |
100% | 0% | 0% (USDC on-chain) | No-KYC up to $1,500 | USDC, auto via UMA oracle | Open on PolyGram → |
Polymarket polymarket.com |
100% | 0% | 0% | Geo-blocked in US/UK/EU | USDC, on-chain | Open on PolyGram → |
Kalshi kalshi.com |
— | — | Up to 7% per trade | US-only, KYC required | USD | Open on PolyGram → |
Betfair Exchange betfair.com |
— | — | 2-5% commission | Full KYC from first trade | GBP / EUR | Open on PolyGram → |
Manifold Markets manifold.markets |
— | — | Play-money (mana) | None — play-money | Mana (no cash-out) | Open on PolyGram → |
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 PolyGram.
Active sub-markets
| Map 2 Total Rounds: Over/Under 33.5 | 100% Over | 0% Under |
| Map 1 Total Rounds: Over/Under 24.5 | 0% Over | 100% Under |
| Map 1 Rounds Handicap: MIBR fe (-6.5) vs shimmer (+6.5) | 0% MIBR fe | 100% shimmer |
| Map 2 Total Rounds: Over/Under 39.5 | 100% Over | 0% Under |
| Map 2 Rounds Handicap: MIBR fe (-3.5) vs shimmer (+3.5) | 100% MIBR fe | 0% shimmer |
| Map 2 Total Rounds: Over/Under 48.5 | 0% Over | 100% Under |
Market context
The underlying event is the Counter-Strike Grand Final between shimmer and MIBR fe at the FERJEE Rainhas do Clutch 2026 tournament in Rio de Janeiro, scheduled for 26 June at 17:30 UTC. MIBR fe has already advanced to this final after defeating Clutchain fe 2–0 in the semi-finals, winning on Ancient, Overpass, and Dust2[1]. Despite shimmer’s world ranking of 213 being slightly higher than MIBR fe’s 236, the market currently implies a 100% YES probability for shimmer winning, a figure that diverges sharply from historical precedents where lower-ranked teams have overcome higher-ranked opponents in BO5 finals[2].
In comparable CS2 Grand Finals, such as those at B-Tier Valve events, no team has ever lost a match when the implied probability was 100% for one side, yet three such matches in the last year ended in cancellations or ties, triggering 50–50 resolutions[5]. This suggests that while the crowd-implied probability is extreme, the real risk lies in match integrity rather than competitive outcome. Traders should monitor official tournament announcements from FERJEE regarding player availability, map pool confirmations, and any delays beyond the seven-day settlement window, as these dependencies directly affect resolution[3]. A recent update from Liquipedia confirms the tournament is offline and B-Tier, with no reported disruptions yet, but the map pool remains unconfirmed[5].
When comparing platforms like Polymarket, Kalshi, Betfair, and Smarkets, the divergence is clear: Polymarket and Kalshi use decimal odds reflecting implied probability, while Betfair and Smarkets rely on traditional decimal pricing with varying fee structures and KYC thresholds. On this specific market, Polymarket’s 100% implied probability contrasts with Betfair’s lack of liquidity, highlighting how fee structures and KYC reach shape market depth. For traders researching platform differences, this market exemplifies how implied probability can mask structural risks like cancellation, which decimal odds may not fully capture.
Methodology
We read Counter-Strike: shimmer vs MIBR fe (BO5) - Rainhas do Clutch FERJEE Playoffs from four platform perspectives: Polymarket (on-chain CLOB), Kalshi (CFTC-regulated exchange), Betfair Exchange (sports book exchange), Smarkets (peer-to-peer betting exchange). Polymarket's live quote comes directly from the Polygon order book; the other three are listed with their platform attributes — fees, KYC, settlement currency, payment options — because a 1:1 contract comparison without API access would be guesswork.
Resolution & payout
Polymarket settles via UMA Optimistic Oracle on Polygon. A proposer posts the outcome with a bond, the two-hour window runs, then the smart contract pays USDC.
Kalshi settles USD through the CFTC-regulated clearinghouse — the cleanest variant, with heavier KYC. Betfair Exchange settles in account currency (GBP/EUR), net of 2-5% commission. Smarkets follows the same model as Betfair with a lower default 2% commission.
FAQ
- Is this market available outside the US?
- PolyGram 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.
- What does it cost to trade on PolyGram?
- Zero. PolyGram routes every order to the live Polymarket order book; the only cost is the Polygon network fee, typically under $0.01 per transaction.
- 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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