The Mega Millions jackpot for the September 23, 2025, drawing reached an estimated $451 million after no tickets matched all six numbers, making it the fifth jackpot of 2025. The winning numbers were 13, 24, 41, 42, 70, with the Mega Ball 18. Despite the large jackpot, no one won the top prize or any Match 5 prizes, and the jackpot has now increased to $474 million for the next drawing on September 26, 2025, with a cash option of $219.4 million. Since the start of 2025, there have been four Mega Millions winners, including a $348 million jackpot in Virginia on June 27, a $112 million winner in Ohio on April 18, a $344 million winner in Illinois on March 25, and a $113 million winner in Arizona on January 17. The game involves selecting six numbers—five white balls from 1 to 70, and one Mega Ball from 1 to 24. Tickets cost $5, and players can choose Quick Pick options for random numbers. The drawing occurs twice weekly at 10 p.m. CT on Tuesdays and Fridays. The overall odds of winning any prize are 1 in 23.07, with multipliers available to increase non-jackpot winnings. Mega Millions tickets are available in 45 states, Washington D.C., and the U.S. Virgin Islands, but not in Nevada, Utah, Alabama, Alaska, or Hawaii. The next drawing is scheduled for September 26, 2025.