The Mega Millions jackpot has surged to an estimated $497 million after nobody claimed the prize in the last drawing held on Friday. The winning numbers for the latest drawing were 4, 8, 27, 37, 63, with the Mega Ball being 14. Players must match at least the Mega Ball number to win a prize, and the excitement continues to build as drawings take place twice a week, on Tuesday and Friday evenings.
For the drawing on September 30, 2025, the cash option of the jackpot stands at $229.5 million, providing substantial motivation for players to purchase their tickets. The Mega Millions ticket costs $5, and that includes a multiplier option, giving participants the chance to increase their winnings.
The following are details about the prizes: to win, players only need to match the Mega Ball number, which can yield payouts of $10 up to $50 depending on which numbers are matched. However, matching two numbers won’t award any prize unless one is the Mega Ball.
Alongside the Mega Millions excitement, the Powerball game is also generating buzz, with its jackpot estimated at $174 million and its own set of drawing results. Winning numbers from the recent Powerball drawing were 1, 3, 27, 60, 65, with 16 as the Powerball number.
The Mega Millions is historically one of the largest lottery games in the United States, with the top jackpots reaching staggering amounts. The largest Mega Millions jackpot occurred in August 2023, totaling $1.58 billion, bought by a lucky winner in Florida. Such immense winnings continue to attract eager players hoping to change their lives overnight.
As the lottery continues to gain attention, the thrill of the unknown keeps players hopeful. With each drawing, there’s the potential to join the ranks of past winners, who have experienced life-changing fortunes. Fans of the game are encouraged to stay engaged, keep their tickets handy, and participate in the upcoming drawings with dreams of hitting the jackpot.