# CS2 Pro Banned for Life After Match-Fixing Scandal

> Counter-Strike 2 pro kzy banned for life after $4.5 million match-fixing bet.
- Title: CS2 Pro Banned for Life After Match-Fixing Scandal · Dexerto
- Summary: Counter-Strike 2 pro kzy banned for life after $4.5 million match-fixing bet. CS2 player kzy received a lifetime ban for match-fixing linked to a $4.5…
- Keywords: cs2, kzy, match-fixing, esic, betting, nomer cy, cs2 pro, gaming, sports, Pro, Banned, Life
- Source: Dexerto — https://dexerto.com/counter-strike-2/cs2-pro-banned-for-life-after-match-fixing-scandal-linked-to-4-5-million-bet-3419204
- Author: Michael Gwilliam
- Published: 2026-10-15T15:25:17+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: cs2, kzy, match-fixing, esic, betting, nomer cy, cs2 pro, gaming, sports
## kzy banned for life
Counter-Strike 2 player Oliver 'kzy' Heck received a lifetime ban after match-fixing investigation involving a potential $4.5 million bet.
## NOMERCY team sanctions
NOMERCY lost all four matches under investigation, winning just five rounds combined against opponents with 13-0, 13-3, 13-1 and 13-1 victories.
## Betting investigation
ESIC identified a high-value combination wager targeting a -9.5 round handicap across all four matches on March 28, requiring opponents to win each by at least 10 rounds.
## Bans and consequences
James8k and perakokanje received five-year bans ending April 23, 2031, while 2xplayN and srtn1 received three-year bans ending April 23, 2029.
## Key takeaway

CS2 player kzy received a lifetime ban for match-fixing linked to a $4.5 million bet.