PGL and Runestone Announce Three-Year Strategic Renewal to Power CS2 Circuit and Majors Through 2029

PGL, the world’s leading independent tournament organizer, and Runestone, the premier provider of real-time esports data infrastructure, are proud to announce a landmark three-year renewal of their strategic partnership. This extension ensures that Runestone will remain the Official Data Partner for PGL’s global tournament circuit through the end of 2029, covering all Counter-Strike 2 (CS2) Tier-1 and Major championships.

PGL is recognized for technical milestones and for producing world-class events, including the first Counter-Strike 2 Major in Copenhagen. This technical framework is powered by the integration of Runestone’s data infrastructure, which provides the low-latency backbone required for PGL’s high-fidelity broadcasts.

Beyond broadcast enhancements, this collaboration reinforces a rigid standard of competitive fairness. Runestone’s infrastructure serves as a safeguard against match manipulation, utilizing real-time monitoring to detect irregularities and protect the sporting results. This data-first approach ensures that every PGL event maintains the highest level of competitive integrity, providing players and fans alike with a secure and trustworthy environment.

“At PGL, pushing boundaries is part of who we are. Through our collaboration with Runestone, we’re unlocking new layers of interactivity, transforming the broadcast into a fully integrated digital experience built for the next wave of esports audiences,” says Silviu Stroie, CEO of PGL.

“Extending our partnership with PGL reflects the trust we’ve built delivering in high-pressure environments. Over the past few years, we’ve grown our footprint together, and we’re proud to keep building on that. Our focus is simple: reliable, real-time data they can depend on, whether it’s a Major final or a qualifier”, says Shane Clarke, Managing Director of Runestone.

By pairing PGL’s massive production scale with Runestone’s elite data solutions, the partnership sets a new gold standard for transparency and real-time storytelling. Runestone will provide official data delivery and integrity monitoring across PGL’s entire roadmap, ensuring that every kill, plant, and strategic play is captured with zero delay for millions of fans worldwide.

About Runestone

Runestone is a data and engagement infrastructure that transforms live esports into interactive, data-driven experiences. Using real-time in-game information sourced directly from tournament organizers and publishers, Runestone delivers fast, accurate overlays and analytics that elevate broadcasts, deepen fan engagement, and unlock meaningful operational insights. Committed to transparency and competitive integrity, Runestone also monitors matches for suspicious activity to protect fair play and strengthen trust across the esports ecosystem.

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Established in 2002, PGL is a global leader in esports event organization and high-end production. By seamlessly integrating studio management, video production, and international broadcasting, PGL has redefined the spectator experience for the world’s most defining gaming franchises. Driven by a passion for innovation and a commitment to showcasing the raw beauty of competition, PGL has delivered hundreds of world-class tournaments, connecting with millions of fans across every corner of the globe. At PGL, we don’t just broadcast games; we craft the legendary moments that become the heartbeat of esports history.