CS2 Major Locations for 2027 Revealed: Argentina and China to Host

The roadmap for Counter-Strike 2’s most prestigious events is taking shape. According to a recent report from HLTV, the locations for both CS2 Majors in 2027 have been determined, bringing the world championship to South America and East Asia.

Argentina Makes History in May

The first Major of 2027 is reportedly set to take place in Buenos Aires, Argentina, from May 31st to June 20th. This marks a monumental milestone for the region, as Argentina becomes the 14th country to host a Major and the first time the nation has held Counter-Strike's top-tier event.

The tournament will be produced by FiReSPORTS. While the organizer has deep roots in regional South American events, this will be their first foray into a Tier 1 global championship. This raises interesting questions for bettors and fans regarding production quality and logistics, especially after the organizer's previous 2025 collaborations with PGL were cancelled due to schedule congestion.

Return to Shanghai in November

The second Major of the year is expected to return to Shanghai, China, from November 22nd to December 12th. Hosted by Perfect World, this would be the second time the city has hosted a Major, following the 2024 event. China remains a massive market for CS2, and the home-court advantage for Asian teams like The MongolZ or Lynn Vision could provide significant value for bettors looking for regional upsets.

Betting Outlook and Implications

For those following the betting markets, these locations offer unique insights:

• The South American Buff: Similar to the 2022 Rio Major, the Argentinian crowd is expected to be incredibly vocal. Teams like FURIA, 9z, and Imperial often see a performance spike when playing in front of Latin American fans. Keep an eye on "Home Crowd" momentum in early 2027 betting lines.
• Organizer Volatility: With FiReSPORTS being a newcomer to the Major circuit, the opening days of the Buenos Aires event might see technical delays or logistical shifts. Savvy bettors often look for live betting opportunities during these transitional periods.
• The 2026-2027 Pipeline: These events follow the 2026 Majors in Cologne (ESL) and Singapore (PGL). With ESL and BLAST reportedly securing the 2028 slots, the competitive landscape is looking more stable than ever for long-term futures betting.

As we move closer to 2027, the regional RMRs (Regional Major Rankings) in South America and Asia will be the key indicators of which local heroes might cause an upset on their home turf.