Dota 2: Iron Wing vs Team Falcons (BO3) - The International Group Stage

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Market context

Iron Wing face Team Falcons in a best-of-three Group Stage encounter at The International 2026, scheduled for 1:00 AM ET on 14 August. The 100% implied probability reflects the match's confirmed fixture status within the tournament bracket, though this reflects scheduling certainty rather than competitive outcome confidence. No recent postponements or cancellations have been announced for this fixture as of the settlement window opening.

The International's Group Stage format has historically seen matches proceed as scheduled barring extraordinary circumstances—venue issues, player illness, or technical failures account for the vast majority of disruptions. Comparable Dota 2 major tournaments over the past two years show cancellation rates below 2%, with most delays resolving within the 7-day window specified in this market's terms. Team Falcons and Iron Wing both qualified through regional qualifiers, indicating roster stability and travel logistics already confirmed.

Traders should monitor official The International communications channels and both teams' social media for any roster changes, visa complications, or health announcements in the 48 hours preceding the match. Equipment or venue issues at the tournament venue would be the primary catalyst for postponement rather than team-level factors. The settlement window closes at 11:50 AM ET on 14 August, providing a narrow window after the scheduled 1:00 AM start time; any delay announcement would likely trigger market movement toward the 50-50 tie resolution outcome if the 7-day threshold appears at risk.

Methodology

This page reviews Dota 2: Iron Wing vs Team Falcons (BO3) - The International Group Stage across five venues. The live probability is the Polymarket mid-price, sourced directly from the on-chain Polygon order book; the comparison columns benchmark each venue on fee structure, KYC, settlement currency and payment rails. Every CTA routes to Prediction Today, which mirrors the Polymarket order book at 0% fees.

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