Mega Millions Jackpot Surges to $650 Million

Orlando, Florida – The Mega Millions jackpot is growing rapidly, now reaching an estimated $650 million for the drawing on Tuesday, October 21, 2025. This marks the ninth-largest Mega Millions jackpot in history.

The jackpot increased from the previous drawing’s $625 million after no player matched all five numbers plus the Mega Ball. For those hoping to strike it rich, the cash option is available at $304.1 million.

The winning numbers for the last drawing were 2, 18, 27, 34, and 59, with the Mega Ball as 18. Players spend at least $5 on tickets for a chance to win this staggering prize.

According to the Mega Millions website, the lottery holds drawings every Tuesday and Friday at 11 p.m. ET. Players select five numbers from 1 to 70 for the white balls and one number from 1 to 24 for the Mega Ball.

The odds of winning the jackpot remain slim, with players facing a 1 in 290,472,336 chance of matching all five white balls plus the Mega Ball. For casual players, there are various prize tiers, with the lowest prize starting at $10 for simply matching the Mega Ball.

For those eager to claim any prize, it is essential to know the rules. In Florida, all lottery prizes must be claimed within 180 days from the drawing date, and winners have 60 days after the drawing to choose a cash option.

Additionally, Florida law mandates transparency; the names and details of winners are public record, although there are temporary exemptions for larger prizes if claimed correctly. This leads some winners to explore ways to remain anonymous.

The largest Mega Millions jackpot ever was a staggering $1.602 billion, won in Florida in 2023. As of now, the Mega Millions continues to attract hopeful players across 45 states, the District of Columbia, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

The next Mega Millions drawing is set for Friday, October 24, 2025, at 11 p.m. ET. Good luck to all participants!