This is your complete guide to esports betting on 2bd. From DOTA 2 and Mobile Legends to CS2 and Valorant, learn how to access markets, understand tournament formats, and get started with your account.
Esports refers to professionally organised video game competitions where teams or individual players compete under a defined tournament format. Unlike casual gaming, esports involves league schedules, group stage matches, knockout rounds, and grand finals broadcast live to millions of viewers worldwide.
In Malaysia, esports is gaining formal recognition through national sports bodies. The 2bd platform offers betting markets for major esports tournaments, allowing users to place bets on their favourite teams in a format similar to conventional Sports Betting.
Malaysia's younger generation, who grew up with video games, has a deep understanding of game mechanics, team strengths and the strategies employed in competitive play. This gives them an analytical edge over casual viewers who watch without any gaming background.
On top of that, esports tournaments run nearly every week throughout the year — unlike physical sports that follow specific seasons. This means esports betting markets are consistently available, giving active followers of the Southeast Asian esports scene more opportunities to engage.
Click on the "Esports" menu in the top navigation bar. The page displays a list of currently active or upcoming esports tournaments, organised by game title and match date.
Choose from DOTA 2, Mobile Legends, CS2, Valorant or other available titles. Each tournament offers different markets depending on the match format — match winner, map handicap, total kills, or series outcome.
You need to log in to place a bet. If you don't have an account yet, visit the open a new account at 2bd — the process only takes a few minutes and can be done straight from your mobile phone.
Top up your account balance via Touch 'n Go, FPX, Maybank2u or CIMB Clicks. Deposits are usually processed within minutes. Be sure to check the minimum deposit limit that applies to your chosen payment method.
Click the odds you want, enter your stake in MYR, review your betslip, and confirm. Your bet is recorded instantly and can be checked in your account history at any time.
Each esports title has its own competition format, which shapes the types of markets available. DOTA 2 and League of Legends use best-of-three or best-of-five map formats at the advanced stages, while CS2 uses a single-map format with a round-based system within that map.
Mobile Legends commands enormous attention in Malaysia and Southeast Asia, driven by a large local player base and the presence of Malaysian teams in professional leagues like MPL (Mobile Legends Professional League). This makes Mobile Legends match markets among the most active in the esports category on the 2bd platform.
| Game Title | Major Tournaments | Market Type | MY Popularity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mobile Legends | MPL MY, M-Series World | Match Winner, Map Handicap | Very High |
| DOTA 2 | The International, DPC Asia | Series Winner, Kill Total | High |
| CS2 | Major, ESL Pro League | Map Winner, Round Handicap | Medium |
| Valorant | Champions, Pacific League | Match Winner, Map Handicap | Rising |
Users who actively follow the Mobile Legends Professional League are already familiar with the league format — weekly group stage matches followed by playoffs and a grand final. They draw on knowledge of team records, hero compositions, and player performance to make more informed betting decisions.
The International is the biggest annual DOTA 2 tournament, boasting an enormous prize pool. Thousands of 2bd users across Malaysia look forward to this season every year — following the matches and placing bets on their favourite teams from the Asia-Pacific and Southeast Asia regions.
Younger users who play CS2 or Valorant casually often follow professional tournaments as spectators. Their understanding of game mechanics — how round counts work, bomb site strategies, team economy — gives them a sharper read on market conditions compared to someone without a gaming background.
Southeast Asia has a thriving esports scene, with teams from Thailand, the Philippines, Indonesia and Malaysia competing at the international level. Users who follow local teams in regional leagues often look for betting opportunities when Malaysian teams face off against rivals from the same region.
A market where one team is given an advantage or disadvantage in map count before a series begins. Example: Team A -1.5 maps means they need to win the series 2-0 for the bet to succeed.
The simplest bet — pick the team you think will win the overall match or series. Odds reflect whether a team is the favourite or the underdog.
A market based on the total kills or points in a match. You predict whether the final count will go Over or Under a set value.
A dedicated market for predicting which team or player scores the first kill in a match. Popular DOTA 2 and League of Legends.
The series format used in tournaments. Bo3 means best of three matches (first to two wins), while Bo5 requires three wins to clinch the series.
Bets placed while a match is in progress. Odds shift in real time based on current game conditions — live score, map position, or the outcome of key objectives.
To learn more about other sports betting options available, also check out the conventional sports betting such as football and badminton.
Malaysia sits in one of the fastest-growing esports regions in the world. The region has a highly active community of Mobile Legends, DOTA 2 and Valorant players, with regional tournaments drawing millions of viewers across online streaming platforms.
Malaysian teams such as RSG MY, Siren Esports and several veteran local DOTA 2 squads have represented the country on the international stage, adding a sense of national pride that drives users to follow and engage with esports betting more closely.
To learn more about the platform and 2bd's vision in the Malaysian market, you can visit the about us information page which gives a brief overview of the platform.