Tallahassee, Florida, September 18, 2025
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No winners have emerged from the last Mega Millions drawing, leading the jackpot to rise to an astonishing $423 million. The cash option is set at $196.5 million. The next draw will occur soon, and players have the chance to change their lives with this massive prize.
Tallahassee, Florida – The Mega Millions jackpot has soared to an impressive $423 million following a series of rollovers, providing players with a chance at a life-changing win. The cash option for the massive prize stands at $196.5 million. The next drawing in this popular lottery game is set for Friday, September 19, 2025, at 11 p.m. ET.
In the previous drawing held on September 12, 2025, no ticket matched all five numbers plus the Mega Ball, which were drawn as 17-18-21-42-64 and the Mega Ball 7. This lack of winners led to the current jackpot increase from $400 million, which had a cash option of $185.8 million. No secondary winners were reported for the September 12 drawing.
The winning numbers for the Tuesday, September 16, 2025 drawing were 10-14-34-40-43, with the Mega Ball being 5. The last time the Mega Millions jackpot was won was on June 27, 2025, when a ticket purchased in Virginia won $348 million.
As of September 16, 2025, tickets for Mega Millions are sold at a starting price of $5. Drawings for this lottery game take place every Tuesday and Friday at 11 p.m. ET, regardless of holidays, making it a regular opportunity for players hoping to strike it rich.
Winners in Florida must navigate specific regulations to claim their prizes. Lottery prizes must be claimed within 180 days from the drawing date. If a winner opts for a single-payment cash option, they only have 60 days after the drawing to claim their prize. Unlike some other states, Florida does not allow winners to remain anonymous, as certain details, including their name and residence, are considered public records. However, names of winners claiming $250,000 or more are temporarily protected from public disclosure for 90 days.
The odds of winning the Mega Millions jackpot are a steep 1 in 290,472,336, revealing just how challenging it is to secure a win in this lottery game. Over the years, the Mega Millions has had a remarkable history, reaching or surpassing the $1 billion mark a total of 13 times, showcasing its popularity and the excitement it generates among players.
The jackpotted rose higher after a series of rollovers, with the previous amount at $381 million prior to the September 12 drawing. The continuous lack of winners has contributed to the growing prize pool, with many hopeful participants eagerly awaiting the next drawing.
For those interested in other lottery games, the Powerball jackpot currently sits at $81 million, also increased following recent rollovers. Powerball drawings are held every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday at the same time as Mega Millions, at 11 p.m. ET. The latest Powerball drawing occurred on September 17, 2025, with winning numbers of 7-30-50-54-62 and a Powerball of 20. A ticket bought in Fort Myers, Florida was able to match five numbers, winning a $2 million prize through the Power Play option.
Players looking to try their luck with Mega Millions and other lottery games can purchase tickets in person at authorized retailers throughout Florida, adding an element of accessibility to this thrilling experience.
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- Florida Today: Florida Lottery Results September 17, 2025
- Wikipedia: Lottery
- TCPalm: Powerball Numbers September 17, 2025
- Google Search: Florida Lottery September 2025
- Miami Herald: Lottery News
- Google Scholar: Lottery jackpot
- PJ Star: Mega Millions Numbers September 16, 2025
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Lottery
- News-Press: Mega Millions Numbers September 12, 2025
- Google News: Florida Lottery
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