Recognized betting solutions provider DATA.BET has once again pushed the boundaries of esports innovation by unveiling its product for 2XKO, Riot Games’ free-to-play fighting game.
The launch of 2XKO marks a major step in DATA.BET’s efforts to diversify esports betting experiences, as the dynamic format features a fast-paced, double-elimination structure, offering players and fans short but high-stakes matches that promise to elevate excitement and retention.
“Esports thrives on creativity and innovation, and 2XKO is the perfect example of how new formats can drive excitement for players and bettors alike. At DATA.BET, we’re proud to be the first to bring this to market — giving our partners exclusive access to content that captures the speed, intensity, and global appeal of fighting games,” Bogdan Holovnov, Head of Esports at DATA.BET, said.
DATA.BET debuts 2XKO betting product during EVO France 2025
The company officially debuted its 2XKO betting coverage at the 2 NICE KO tournament held during the EVO France 2025 in Nice on Oct. 10 to 12. The event gathered nearly 300 players competing across top fighting titles, serving as the ideal stage for showcasing the new product’s potential.
Developed with competitive fighting games in mind, 2XKO captures the intensity and rhythm of the genre while translating seamlessly into an esports betting-friendly environment. DATA.BET’s initial coverage focuses on key pre-match markets, including Winner and To Reach the Final for tournament outcomes, as well as Match Winner for individual contests.
The betting firm also plans to expand its offering with Map Winner markets for each map during the final stages of competitions, a move aimed at deepening player engagement and betting options.
DATA.BET described 2XKO as a “new addition to the global esports scene,” noting that its release comes amid steady growth in the esports betting sector, which reached $2.5 billion in revenue in 2024 and is projected to climb to $2.8 billion in 2025.
Through pioneering this product, DATA.BET provides its partners with early access to a competitive format that could shape the future of esports wagering, particularly within the fighting games niche, where short-form, action-packed gameplay aligns well with fast-betting markets.
The 2XKO launch adds to what has already been a great year for DATA.BET. The company recently showcased an expanded product portfolio at SBC Summit Lisbon 2025 and earned a nomination for Rising Star in Sports Betting Innovation/Software at this year’s SBC Awards.
