Atlanta, Georgia, September 10, 2025
News Summary
A winner from Virginia recently took home $348 million from the Mega Millions, and now the jackpot has soared to $358 million for the upcoming drawing. Players can choose their numbers or use Quick Pick to enter. With options for substantial prizes, many are gearing up to try their luck at this life-changing payout opportunity.
Atlanta, Georgia – The Mega Millions lottery jackpot has reached an impressive $358 million ahead of the upcoming drawing scheduled for September 9, 2025. For those interested in cashing out, the one-time cash option is set at $164.5 million.
The current Mega Millions jackpot was last won on June 27 by a lucky player in Virginia, who took home $348 million. As players gear up for the next drawing, they have a fair chance to transform their dreams into reality with this large payout opportunity.
In contrast, the Powerball lottery currently has a jackpot of $33 million, with a cash option of $15.2 million. This difference highlights the sheer size of the Mega Millions prize this round.
Details of the Drawing
Players will have the chance to select their numbers during the upcoming drawing on September 9, 2025. The winning numbers from this drawing will consist of five white balls selected from the numbers 1 to 70 and one Mega Ball from the range of 1 to 24. The specific winning numbers announced on that night will also include the Megaball number, which is 22. Drawings occur every Tuesday and Friday at 11 p.m. ET.
How to Play
Participating in the Mega Millions requires a ticket priced at $5. This price includes a multiplier option, which can potentially increase the winnings up to 10 times for various prizes (excluding the jackpot). There’s also an option called Quick Pick, where players can let the lottery machine generate random numbers for them.
Players do not need to be U.S. citizens or locals of the state where the tickets are purchased, making it accessible to a wide audience. For matching only the Mega Ball, players can win a minimum prize of $10. A substantial reward of at least $2 million can be achieved by matching all five white balls, with the exception of California.
Where to Purchase Tickets
Tickets for the Mega Millions can be conveniently purchased at gas stations, convenience stores, grocery stores, and online via the Jackpocket app in select states. Each state has different deadlines for ticket purchases, generally ranging from 15 minutes to several hours before the drawing is set to take place.
Jackpot Odds
Players hoping to win the Mega Millions jackpot must contend with odds of 290,472,336 to 1. Participants can choose between an annuity option paid over time or a lump-sum cash amount should they secure a win. In certain states like New Jersey, winners may also have the choice to remain anonymous.
Recent Lottery Activity
On the Powerball side, the last winning numbers drawn on September 8 were 26, 28, 41, 53, 64, and Powerball 9. The next Powerball drawing is arranged for September 10, 2025. The PowerPlay option enhances winnings with multipliers, similar to the Mega Millions structure, except for the jackpot. As interest in both lotteries peaks, players are encouraged to join in for a chance at striking it rich.
History of Mega Millions Changes
Changes to the Mega Millions lottery rules were implemented on April 8, altering ticket costs and number selection processes. Mega Millions can be played across 45 states, along with the District of Columbia and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Notably absent from this list are Alabama, Alaska, Hawaii, Nevada, and Utah.
As the jackpot continues to grow, excitement surrounding the Mega Millions lottery builds, inviting many to try their luck for a staggering fortune.
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Additional Resources
- North Jersey: Mega Millions Winning Numbers
- NC Lottery: Mega Millions Jackpot Grows
- Indy Star: Powerball Drawing Results
- NBC DFW: Texas Powerball Winner After Taxes
- Wikipedia: Lottery
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