G2 taps Betpanda as official CS2 betting partner

G2 Esports has teamed up with Betpanda, a leading crypto-based online casino, to support their Counter-Strike 2 roster. The partnership was announced ahead of the 2025 Budapest Major, where G2 is among the invited teams in Stage Three.

As G2 CS2’s official global betting partner, Betpanda will help the popular esports organization launch a series of worldwide initiatives, including giveaways, sweepstakes, content, tournament activations, and more. That said, Betpanda’s branding will only start appearing on G2 jerseys starting 2026, so you won’t be seeing the sleek gold coin during the Budapest Major.

Starting next season, fans can expect to see G2 x Betpanda in action across multiple esports events, with special tournament activations bringing together teams, creators, and unique fan experiences. Not just in-person events:  The collab will also roll out a broad slate of digital activations, from exclusive video and social content to giveaways and other interactive initiatives, all designed to keep fans engaged year-round.

The press release also emphasizes G2 and Betpanda’s collaboration to be driven by mutual commitment to innovation and community-building.

“Betpanda joins us at an exciting moment for the organisation,” Alban Dechelotte, G2 Esports CEO, said in the press release. “This alliance allows us to build fresh, meaningful touchpoints for our fans throughout the year. We hope to create moments that will entertain and connect with fans all around the world.”

Betpanda, regarded as one of the best esports betting sites and a leading name among online casinos, also shared a supportive statement echoing Dechelotte’s sentiments. “G2 has set the standard for excellence in esports, and we’re proud to collaborate with a team that consistently pushes the boundaries of what the industry can be,” Betpanda acknowledged.

This isn’t the first major esports betting partnership to surface in CS2 lately. Team Liquid announced on Nov. 28 that Duelbits would become their CS2 title sponsor, pairing the reveal with a strong message about responsible betting. CEO Victor “Nazgul” Goossens also shared an open letter with fans, urging the community to engage with betting in a “thoughtful, transparent, and conscious way.”