Particle.news
Download on the App Store
24 ARTICLES
·
last wk.

Powerball Jackpot Climbs to $449 Million as Mega Millions Hits $166 Million

Recent no-hit drawings have driven both jackpots higher, setting up seven-figure cash options for matching all numbers.

Image
Image
Image

Overview

  • The Aug. 6 Powerball drawing produced winning numbers 15-27-43-45-53 with Powerball 09 and a 2X Power Play multiplier.
  • That drawing’s jackpot rose to an estimated $449 million, and winners opting for the cash choice would receive $203.9 million.
  • On Aug. 8 the Mega Millions drawing yielded numbers 02-06-08-14-49 with Mega Ball 12 and offered a one-time lump sum of about $75.2 million.
  • A string of rollovers in late July and early August has propelled both jackpots to their current highs.
  • Powerball tickets cost $2 (plus $1 for Power Play) with drawings at 10:59 p.m. ET Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays, and Mega Millions tickets cost $5 with drawings at 11 p.m. ET Tuesdays and Fridays, available in stores and online through services like Jackpocket.