The Mega Millions jackpot has reached an impressive $70 million, with a cash option of $31.3 million available for the drawing scheduled on Tuesday, July 8, 2025. This increase in the jackpot comes after no tickets matched all six winning numbers in the previous drawing. Drawings occur every Tuesday and Friday at 10 p.m. CT.
For those interested in participating, the winning numbers for the upcoming drawing are 4, 6, 38, 44, 62, and the Mega Ball is 24. Unfortunately, no one won the jackpot last night, and zero tickets matched all five regular numbers (excluding the Mega Ball), which would have granted a prize of up to $10 million.
To win a prize in Mega Millions, a participant must match at least one number, specifically the Mega Ball. A ticket that matches one of the five regular numbers along with the Mega Ball can earn a payout ranging from $14 to $70 based on the specific combination.
Looking ahead, the Mega Millions jackpot is projected to grow to $80 million by the next drawing, with a cash option of $35.8 million. Tickets can be purchased for $5, with the Multiplier included for that price.
The Mega Millions game has had several record-breaking jackpots in previous years, including the all-time high of $1.58 billion won in August 2023. Such large jackpots highlight the excitement and potential life-changing opportunities that these lottery games offer.
All lottery enthusiasts are encouraged to grab their tickets, as who knows—someone might become the next millionaire!