Bet on Valorant Champions 2025

Valorant is a first-person shooter video game for PCs (Microsoft Windows). Even though the game's development started way back in 2014, it wasn't until June 2, 2020, that it was officially released.

Developed and published by Riot Games, the same videogame powerhouse behind League of Legends (LoL), Valorant has climbed up the ranks to become a favorite among fans of first-person shooter games rivaling the likes of Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (CS: GO) and the Call of Duty (COD) franchise. Upon its release in 2020, it became an instant hit. Almost two years later, Valorant's popularity is witnessing exponential growth.

Valorant has smashed records with around 12 million monthly active players back in 2021, jumping to roughly 16 million in 2022—about 1.5 million playing every single day. Globally, viewership peaked at 1,089,068 for the 2021 Champions finals, with an estimated 10,000–20,000 tuning in live from Kenya. In a country where mobile penetration is over 90%, many follow esports live action and place bets straight from their phones.

• 12 million monthly actives in 2021
• 16 million monthly actives in 2022
• 1.5 million daily players
• 1,089,068 peak viewers (2021 finals)

Valorant is set in the near future and throws two teams of five into a tactical 5v5 showdown. Each agent brings unique abilities to the table, blending strategy with precise shooting. Just like cheering on your favourite Premier League team, you’ll need teamwork, quick-thinking, and top-notch aim to grab victory.

The game offers seven modes:

• Unrated
• Competitive
• Deathmatch
• Spike Rush
• Escalation
• Replication
• Snowball Fight

Valorant Champions is Riot Games’ flagship offline tournament, boasting a $1,000,000 prize pool (approx KSh 136,910,000) distributed based on team standings. Sixteen elite rosters from around the globe clash for glory—think of it as the Champions League of FPS.

Big names at the 2021 event included:

• Gambit Esports
• Sentinels
• Team Envy
• KRÜ Esports
• Cloud9
• Team Liquid
• Acend
• Team Secret
• Fnatic

Schedule

Teams earn their spot through regional circuit points, then face off in group stages before playoffs. Sasa, the 2022 Champions kicked off in January and will wrap up in September—so you’ve got plenty of matches to enjoy and bet on!

Betting with odds on Valorant Champions is poa in Kenya—here’s why punters can't get enough:

1. Top-Tier League: It's the biggest Valorant eSports event, with the juiciest prize pool and fiercest competition.
2. Plenty of Matches: From qualifiers in January to finals in September, you’ve got loads of betting markets to explore.
3. Licensed Platforms: Many online betting sites licensed by the Betting Control and Licensing Board (BCLB) offer Valorant odds bets.
4. Easy Mobile Betting: Thanks to M-Pesa and Airtel Money, you can deposit and cash out in seconds, all from your phone.
5. Team Pride: Just like backing Liverpool or Arsenal, you can cheer on your favourite roster on the world stage.

Esports betting in Kenya is covered under the same laws as traditional gambling—make sure your go-to site is BCLB-approved.

Group Stages

• Group A: Acend over Vivo Keyd (2-1) | Team Envy thrashed X10 CRIT (2-0)
• Group B: Sentinels beat FURIA Esports (2-1) | Team Liquid beat KRÜ Esports (2-0)
• Group C: Gambit Esports edged Team Secret (2-1) | Vikings swept Crazy Racoon (2-0)
• Group D: Vision Strikers downed FULL SENSE (2-0) | Fnatic tripped Cloud9 Blue (2-1)

Quarter-Finals

1. Acend upset Team Secret (2-0)
2. Team Liquid cruised past Cloud9 Blue (2-0)
3. Gambit Esports dethroned X10 CRIT (2-1)
4. KRÜ Esports knocked out Fnatic (2-1)

Semi-Finals

• Acend stunned Team Liquid (2-0)
• Gambit Esports toppled KRÜ Esports (2-1)

2021 Valorant Champions Finals

Acend vs. Gambit Esports in a best-of-five thriller. Acend clinched the title 3-2, pocketing $350,000 (approx KSh 47,918,500) while Gambit took home $150,000 (approx KSh 20,560,500). Every team left with a slice of the pie!

Ready to place your bets? Here’s how to get started with esports betting tips:

1. Pick BCLB-licensed sites: Look for your favourite odds betting markets on trustworthy platforms that offer live streaming.
2. Deposit via M-Pesa or Airtel Money: Fast, secure, and poa—no bank hassles.
3. Understand markets & odds: Whether it’s match-winner or total kills, know what each bet means.
4. Claim your bonuses: Snag welcome bonuses, reload bonuses, and cashback offers from top esports betting sites (all BCLB-approved).
5. Bet responsibly: Gambling in Kenya is legal from age 18+. If you need help, call the helpline on 0800 722 200 or visit Responsible Gaming KE. Remember, bet smart and have fun!

Enjoy the action, mash those odds, and may your bets be shwari!