Florida, September 20, 2025

News Summary

The Mega Millions jackpot has climbed to $423 million as lottery excitement builds in Florida following the recent Powerball drawing. The next drawing is set for 11 p.m. on September 23, with a significant cash option available. Recent winners have experienced huge jackpots, fueling interest statewide as more players vie for life-changing sums.

Miami, Florida — Mega Millions Jackpot Reaches $423 Million Amid Powerball Lottery Frenzy

The Mega Millions jackpot has soared to $423 million as lottery excitement continues across Florida, particularly following the recent Powerball drawing that led to two tickets matching winning numbers for a historic $1.79 billion jackpot. The upcoming drawing is set for 11 p.m. ET on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, with a cash option available for winners totaling $196.5 million.

The winning numbers for the previous Mega Millions drawing on September 19, 2025, were 2-22-27-42-58, and the Mega Ball was 8. Players must match all five white balls along with the gold Mega Ball to win the jackpot. The odds of winning this grand prize are approximately 1 in 290,472,336. Tickets for the Mega Millions cost $5 each.

The last Mega Millions jackpot was claimed on June 27, 2025, by a ticket purchased in Virginia, which secured a total of $348 million. Since that win, the jackpot has continued to grow significantly. In comparison, the current Powerball jackpot is estimated at $81 million, with a cash option of $37.9 million available for the next drawing.

Winning Numbers and Ticket Information

The winning Mega Millions numbers from the previous drawing on September 16, 2025, were 10-14-34-40-43 with a Mega Ball of 5. For drawings held every Tuesday and Friday, tickets can be purchased at authorized retailers, such as convenience stores and gas stations, throughout Florida.

Claiming Prizes

In Florida, lottery prizes must be claimed within 180 days from the date of the drawing. For winners opting for a single cash payment, they have 60 days following the draw date to claim their winnings. Notably, under Florida law, the identities of lottery winners, including their name and city of residence, are considered public records. However, winners who have earned over $250,000 are permitted to remain anonymous for up to 90 days.

Context on Lottery Growth

As of September 19, 2025, there have been 13 lottery jackpots that have reached or surpassed $1 billion. Despite the recent excitement, only one jackpot has ever exceeded $2 billion. The Florida Lottery offers a variety of draw games, including both Powerball and Mega Millions, which continue to engage players statewide.

About the Mega Millions Game

To win smaller prizes in Mega Millions, players can receive prizes ranging from $14 to $70 by matching one of the five numbers along with the Mega Ball. Even a single match of the Mega Ball can bring in a prize of up to $50, enticing many to participate as the jackpots rise.

Summary

Lottery players in Florida are eagerly anticipating the next Mega Millions drawing, as the jackpot climbs significantly amid the Powerball frenzy. With substantial prizes on the line, the excitement is palpable and could lead to more winners as tickets are purchased for a chance to win life-changing sums of money.

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Additional Resources

• Florida Today: Florida Lottery Results
• TCPalm: Powerball Numbers
• Miami Herald: Lottery News
• Wikipedia: Lottery
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