UPDATE: The Powerball jackpot has skyrocketed to an astounding $512 million for the drawing on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, with a cash option of $239.1 million. This massive prize continues to capture the attention of millions as it has been rolling since the last winners claimed a historic jackpot in September.
On September 6, two lucky tickets sold in Missouri and Texas matched all six numbers to share a jaw-dropping $1.8 billion, marking one of the largest lottery wins in U.S. history. With the jackpot now exceeding half a billion, excitement is building as players eagerly check their tickets.
The winning numbers for the latest drawing are: 29-39-43-51-65, with the Powerball number being 23. The Power Play multiplier for this drawing was set at 2x.
What are your chances of winning? The odds of snagging the Powerball jackpot stand at a staggering 1 in 292.2 million. However, the odds of matching all five white balls for a $1 million prize are significantly better at 1 in 11,688,053. For those hoping to win any prize, the overall odds are 1 in 24.87.
Powerball drawings occur live at 10:59 p.m. ET every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tickets, priced at just $2 per play, are available in 45 states, as well as the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
The allure of massive jackpots is why Powerball remains a favorite among players. The largest wins have surpassed the billion-dollar mark, including:
- $2.04 Billion – November 7, 2022 – California
- $1.8 Billion – September 6, 2025 – Missouri, Texas
- $1.765 Billion – October 11, 2023 – California
- $1.586 Billion – January 13, 2016 – California, Florida, Tennessee
- $1.326 Billion – April 6, 2024 – Oregon
- $1.08 Billion – July 19, 2023 – California
This latest jackpot surge is a reminder of the life-changing possibilities that come with the Powerball lottery. Players are encouraged to buy their tickets and dream big. Will you be the next winner? Share your thoughts and ticket numbers on social media!
Stay tuned for updates as this story develops and keep an eye on your tickets!
