Satpayev Esports Cup 2026 Preview: Format, Roster, Prize Pool, Day 1 Schedule
The Satpayev Esports Cup 2026 matches kick off today. The tournament format, roster of participants, prize pool distribution, and schedule for the first day of competition are detailed below.
Format and Dates
The Satpayev Esports Cup 2026 is taking place from August 9 to 16 in Satpayev, Kazakhstan. Four teams are participating in the event, all of which began their run directly in the playoffs, which will be held in a double-elimination format. The opening matches of the event will be best-of-1, all subsequent matches will be best-of-3, and the grand final will be a best-of-5 series.
List of Participants
- Rune Eaters Esports
- DNK
- 427
- Alash Young
Prize Pool Distribution
As part of the Satpayev Esports Cup 2026, teams will compete for a prize pool of $5,570.
• 1st place — $3,213;
• 2nd place — $1,500;
• 3rd place — $857.
Schedule for the First Day of Play
August 9, times are in Moscow time.
- 3:00 PM — Rune Eaters Esports 13:2 427.
- 3:00 PM — DNK vs. Alash Young.
- 4:00 PM — Rune Eaters Esports vs. TBD.
- 7:00 PM — TBD vs. TBD.
Where to Watch the Satpayev Esports Cup 2026
- Main broadcast in Russian:
Photo — Qazaq Cybersport Federation.
