Jacksonville, FL, September 20, 2025
News Summary
The Mega Millions jackpot has reached an estimated $423 million, creating excitement across Florida. This growth follows a significant moment in lottery history as Powerball recently awarded a record $1.79 billion prize. The next drawing is anticipated to bring even more attention to the lottery landscape, inviting players to test their luck as ticket sales surge.
Jacksonville, FL — Mega Millions Jackpot Reaches $423 Million as Powerball Jackpot Drops After Record-Winning Tickets
The latest lottery drawing news centers around Florida, where the Mega Millions jackpot has grown to an estimated $423 million for the upcoming drawing scheduled for Friday, September 19, 2025. This comes amid a significant shift in the national lottery landscape following the recent Powerball frenzy, which saw its jackpot reduced after two tickets matched the winning numbers for a record-setting $1.79 billion prize.
Recent Lottery Results and Current Jackpots
The Mega Millions drawing held on Friday, September 19, 2025, resulted in winning numbers of 2, 22, 27, 42, and 58, with the Mega Ball being 8. The previous Mega Millions draw on Tuesday, September 16, 2025, featured winning numbers 10, 14, 34, 40, 43, and Mega Ball 5. Each Mega Millions ticket costs $5, and the next chance to win is scheduled for 11 p.m. Eastern Time on Tuesday, September 23, 2025.
The Mega Millions jackpot has been growing steadily since it was last won on June 27, 2025, when a ticket purchased in Virginia matched all five numbers and the Mega Ball, earning a cash prize of $348 million. As of now, the jackpot stands as the 13th to reach or surpass a billion dollars in recent lottery history, with only one exceeding the $2 billion mark.
Odds and Game Mechanics
To win the Mega Millions jackpot, a player must match all five white balls plus the Mega Ball. The odds of doing so are approximately 1 in 290,472,336. Aside from the jackpot, players can win smaller prizes for matching some of the numbers. For example, matching just the Mega Ball alone can yield up to $50, and matching one or more of the white balls along with the Mega Ball can produce winnings between $14 and $70, depending on the combination.
Powerball Continues at Lower Jackpot
The Powerball lottery, which previously held a record jackpot of $1.79 billion, has diminished after two tickets matched the winning numbers for the large prize. The winning numbers from the latest Powerball draw on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, were 7, 30, 50, 54, 62, with Power Ball number 20. The current Powerball jackpot is estimated at $81 million, with a cash option of approximately $37.9 million.
Legal and Claiming Procedures in Florida
In Florida, lottery winners must claim their prizes within 180 days (six months) of the drawing date. Winners opting for the cash payment have 60 days from the draw date to claim their winnings. It is important to note that Florida law makes winner identities public, including their name and city of residence. However, for prizes exceeding $250,000, winners may opt to stay anonymous for the first 90 days following the win.
How and Where to Purchase Tickets
Tickets for Mega Millions and Powerball are sold at authorized retail outlets throughout Florida, including convenience stores and gas stations. Each ticket provides a chance for players to win big, with the Mega Millions tickets costing $5 each. Players need to match all five white balls plus the Mega Ball to win the jackpot, with different lesser prizes available for matching partial sets of numbers.
Drawing Schedule and Additional Information
Mega Millions draws are held twice weekly, every Tuesday and Friday at 11 p.m. ET, including holidays. The lottery continues to be a popular form of entertainment and hope for many residents across Florida and the nation, especially during times of high jackpots. With multiple draw games offered by the Florida Lottery, residents have options to participate in the chance to win life-changing sums of money every week.
As the Mega Millions jackpot nears half a billion dollars, players are encouraged to buy tickets wisely, and to remember the odds of winning remain very slim. Regardless of the outcome, the lotteries continue to generate revenue that supports public programs across Florida.
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Additional Resources
- Florida Today: Florida Lottery Results
- TCPalm: Powerball Numbers
- Miami Herald: Lottery News
- Wikipedia: Lottery
- Google Search: Florida Lottery results
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