The Cyber Federation of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the QCL esports league have announced their collaboration.

The Qazaqstan Counter-Strike League is a private regular CS2 championship where the strongest domestic players compete. Over the years of its existence, the organizers have contributed to the development and popularization of esports in the country, as well as supporting young and talented players and organizations. In turn, the Cyber Federation of the Republic of Kazakhstan is officially accredited at both the republican and international levels. For instance, in June 2020, the Qazaq Cybersport Federation received recognition from the National Olympic Committee of the Republic of Kazakhstan. The organization was awarded a certificate of recognition as a sports federation, which is considered the main document confirming the legitimacy of sports activities aimed at developing esports in Kazakhstan.

In May 2024, negotiations began between the Federation and the Qazaqstan Counter-Strike League to create a joint regular tournament. By June, a new esports competition, QCL by QCF, launched in Kazakhstan. The tournament format was GSL, consisting of a group stage followed by single elimination. Viewers can expect a group stage with numerous matches, as well as a playoff stage where teams will compete until only one remains. QCL will become the main Kazakhstani championship for the CS2 discipline, with participants from all regions of Kazakhstan taking part, and broadcasts will be available on all streaming platforms. In total, teams will go through 13 rounds on their way to the final, and the tournament's prize fund will amount to 500,000 tenge. The first round began on June 7.

Pavlodar Gears

Qostanay Bears

Aqtobe Griffons

Oskemen Nomads

Almaty Miracles

Temirtau Suns

Astana Dragons

Qyzylorda Rams

Qaragandy Eagles

Oral Mustangs

Shymkent Golden Armor

Atyrau Sturgeons