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Powerball Jackpot Soars to $1.25 Billion as No Winner Matches Numbers

The Powerball jackpot has swelled to an estimated $1.25 billion after Monday night’s draw failed to produce a winner.

Jackpot Details

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Match-5 winners were announced in Arizona and California. The numbers drawn were 23, 35, 59, 63, 68, with the red Powerball 2. The optional Power Play was 4X.

Recent Big Wins

  • $2.04 billion – Nov. 7, 2022; California
  • $1.787 billion – Sept. 6, 2025; Missouri, Texas
  • $1.765 billion – Oct. 11, 2023; California
  • $1.586 billion – Jan. 13, 2016; California, Florida, Tennessee
  • $1.326 billion – Apr. 6, 2024; Oregon
  • $1.08 billion – July 19, 2023; California
  • $842.4 million – Jan. 1, 2024; Michigan
  • $768.4 million – Mar. 27, 2019; Wisconsin
  • $758.7 million – Aug. 23, 2017; Massachusetts

How to Secure a Win

If you beat the odds-about 1 in 292.2 million-experts advise signing the back of the ticket to ensure only you can claim it, and keeping it a secret for as long as possible. They also recommend building a team of trusted professionals, such as a financial advisor, a tax advisor, and a lawyer.

Game Mechanics

Powerball drawings take place every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday at 10:59 p.m. ET. The game is available in 45 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Tickets cost $2, and the Power Play option is available for an additional $1 in participating states.

Key Takeaways

  • Jackpot now estimated at $1.25 billion.
  • Match-5 winners in Arizona and California.
  • Next drawing scheduled for Wednesday night.

With the jackpot climbing and the next draw just days away, players across the nation are keeping a close eye on the numbers.

Author

  • Isaac Y. Thornwell

    I’m Isaac Y. Thornwell, a journalist covering Crime, Law & Justice at News of Austin. My work focuses on reporting criminal cases, legal proceedings, and justice-system developments with accuracy, fairness, and sensitivity. I aim to inform the public while respecting due process and the people involved in every case.

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