The Mega Millions jackpot has surged to an estimated $474 million following the Tuesday, September 23, 2025 drawing, where no participant managed to match all six numbers. The numbers drawn were 13, 24, 41, 42, 70, with the Mega Ball being 18. Consequently, the next opportunity to win this immense prize will be on Friday, with players hoping to claim a cash option of $219.4 million.
Mega Millions is a lottery game that holds its drawings twice a week on Tuesdays and Fridays at around 10 p.m. CT. Players can follow the live airing of these drawings on YouTube. The cost for a single play in Mega Millions is $5, where the Multiplier option is included in this price.
Although Tuesday’s drawing did not produce a jackpot winner, the excitement continues to build as the cumulative prize grows. For those participating, even matching smaller combinations can result in rewards, with only matching the Mega Ball being necessary to secure a minimum prize. The game allows participants to dream of becoming millionaires with every ticket purchased.
As history shows, Mega Millions and Powerball have seen some of the largest jackpots in U.S. history, with top prizes frequently reaching into the billions. Notably, the Mega Millions jackpot reached its highest at $1.58 billion in August 2023. Despite no recent jackpot win this round, the anticipation grows as the opportunity for the substantial prize persists in the next drawing.
This ongoing lottery event continues to capture the public’s imagination, providing excitement and hope for all who indulge in the chance of striking it rich. Participants look forward to the next drawing, hoping to be the lucky ticket holder who claims one of the largest jackpots this year.