Florida, September 20, 2025
News Summary
The Mega Millions jackpot has risen to $423 million, reigniting excitement among lottery players. The next drawing is set for Tuesday at 11 p.m. ET, offering players a chance for life-changing winnings. The winning numbers from the last drawing were 10-14-34-40-43, and the Mega Ball was 5. Tickets are available for $5 each at authorized retailers in Florida, where interest in Mega Millions has surged following the recent Powerball frenzy.
Florida – The current Mega Millions jackpot has soared to an impressive $423 million, with a cash option of $196.5 million, as excitement continues to build among lottery players. The next drawing is scheduled for 11 p.m. ET on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, making it a prime opportunity for those looking to strike it rich.
This increase in the Mega Millions jackpot comes on the heels of a record-breaking Powerball frenzy, where two tickets matched winning numbers for a staggering $1.79 billion. As interest in Powerball has diminished, attention has turned to Mega Millions, giving players across the country a chance at life-altering winnings.
For players aiming for the jackpot, the winning numbers from the last Mega Millions drawing held on September 16, 2025, were 10-14-34-40-43 and the Mega Ball was 5. To win the Mega Millions jackpot, players must match all five white balls plus the gold Mega Ball, with odds currently standing at 1 in 290,472,336. Tickets for this popular game can be purchased for $5 each at authorized retailers throughout Florida, including convenience stores and gas stations.
It’s worth noting that the last Mega Millions jackpot was won on June 27, 2025, when a ticket purchased in Virginia matched all the winning numbers, earning a prize of $348 million. With more than six billion combinations of numbers possible, the chances of winning vary, but even a single match of the Mega Ball can still yield a prize up to $50.
In contrast, this week’s Powerball drawing took place on September 17, 2025, with the winning numbers being 7-30-50-54-62 and the Power Ball 20. The current Powerball jackpot is estimated at $81 million, offering a cash option of $37.9 million. Although players continue to take part in Powerball, the spotlight is shifting toward Mega Millions as its jackpot grows.
Florida Lottery regulations stipulate that lottery prizes must be claimed within 180 days (six months) from the date of the drawing. For winners opting for a single payment cash option, there is a 60-day window to claim their winnings. Furthermore, due to Florida law, the information of lottery winners, which includes their name and city, is public record; however, winners of prizes exceeding $250,000 can remain anonymous for 90 days following their win.
Since 2015, there have been thirteen lottery jackpots that have reached or surpassed the $1 billion mark, with only one instance where the jackpot exceeded $2 billion. The Florida Lottery offers multiple draw games including Powerball and Mega Millions, providing various chances for participants to win substantial sums of money.
As the excitement builds for the upcoming Mega Millions drawing, players are reminded of the thrill and anticipation that comes with participating in these games of chance. With jackpots reaching life-changing amounts, the next drawing promises to be a significant event for millions of hopeful ticket holders.
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