Mega Millions Jackpot Soars to $423 Million

Florida – The Mega Millions jackpot has soared to an impressive $423 million following a series of rollovers, presenting players with the opportunity for a life-changing win. The cash option for this colossal prize stands at $196.5 million.

The next drawing is scheduled for Friday, September 19, 2025, at 11 p.m. ET. This jackpot increase is attributed to a lack of winners who matched all five numbers plus the Mega Ball during the drawing that took place on September 12, 2025. The winning numbers from that draw were 17-18-21-42-64, with the Mega Ball being 7.

Prior to the latest drawing, the Mega Millions jackpot had already reached $400 million with a cash option of $185.8 million and rolled over multiple times due to no winning tickets being sold.

There were no secondary winners either in the September 12 drawing, which marked the continuation of the jackpot’s rapid growth after previously reaching $381 million prior to that draw. The last time the Mega Millions jackpot was won was on June 27, 2025, when a ticket sold in Virginia claimed $348 million.

Tickets for the Mega Millions start at $5, and drawings occur every Tuesday and Friday at 11 p.m. ET, including holidays. The odds of winning the Mega Millions jackpot are approximately 1 in 290,472,336, making it a daunting challenge for participants hoping for a substantial payout.

Winners in Florida must be particularly mindful as lottery prizes must be claimed within 180 days from the date of the drawing. For those opting for a lump-sum cash option, there is a window of 60 days to claim the winnings. It’s important to note that winners cannot remain anonymous in Florida; details such as name and residence are public records. However, names of winners who claim prizes of $250,000 or more are temporarily exempt from public disclosure for 90 days.

The Mega Millions has become exceptionally popular, witnessing a total of 13 jackpots that reached or surpassed $1 billion since its inception. The recurring rollovers contribute significantly to the allure of the game, drawing in players from across the state and beyond.

In related lottery news, the Powerball jackpot currently stands at $81 million following recent rollovers. Powerball drawings take place at 11 p.m. ET every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday, and the winning numbers for the latest drawing on September 17, 2025, were 7-30-50-54-62 with a Powerball of 20. A ticket purchased in Fort Myers, Florida, successfully matched five numbers with a Power Play, earning the holder a $2 million prize.

Players can buy Mega Millions and other lottery tickets at authorized retailers throughout Florida, joining in the excitement of potentially winning life-altering prizes.