Could today be your lucky day to join the ranks of Powerball millionaires? The Powerball jackpot has reached an impressive estimated $400 million, with a cash option of $189 million, for the drawing taking place on Saturday night.
The excitement surrounding the Powerball continues as the last jackpot, a staggering $1.787 billion, was won on September 6, with winners from Missouri and Texas sharing the prize. Meanwhile, the Mega Millions jackpot stands even higher at approximately $800 million, making for a thrilling time for lottery players.
The winning numbers for the Powerball drawing on November 1, 2025, are as follows: 2-26-43-44-62, with the Powerball being 22 and the Power Play multiplier at 2x.
Unfortunately, no one won the Powerball jackpot during the drawing on October 29, keeping the jackpot alive for this weekend’s hopeful players. After Saturday’s drawing, the next Powerball event is scheduled for Monday, November 3, with drawings occurring three times a week – on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays at 10:59 p.m. ET.
For players in New York, tickets can be purchased both in-store and online until 10 p.m. on the night of the draw. The ticket cost is $2 each, and players must choose five numbers from 1 to 69 and one Powerball number from 1 to 26 to have a chance at winning the jackpot.
The odds of winning the jackpot are 1 in 292.2 million, a reminder of just how difficult it can be to hit the big prize. Yet, the game offers a variety of prizes ranging from $4 for matching just the Powerball to $2 million for matching five white balls with the Power Play option.
In terms of historical context, since its inception in 1992, Powerball has seen remarkable jackpots, including the largest at $2.04 billion, won on November 7, 2022, in California. The joy and hope for a life-changing win continue to surround the game, inspiring players to dream big.
As players get ready for the next drawing, excitement builds, and the allure of potentially transforming lives with a winning ticket remains a highlight for many.