UPDATE: The Powerball jackpot has skyrocketed to an astounding $438 million, with a cash option of $207 million, following a drawing that produced no jackpot winners on Monday. This eye-popping prize is the result of the jackpot rolling over since September, when two lucky tickets from Missouri and Texas claimed a staggering $1.8 billion, the second-largest Powerball jackpot in history.
The winning numbers for the drawing held on November 5, 2025, are 9-17-29-61-66, with a Powerball of 26. The Power Play multiplier is set at 5, making this an exciting opportunity for millions of lottery players.
As players rush to purchase tickets priced at just $2 each, the urgency is palpable. The Powerball drawing occurs live at 10:59 p.m. ET every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday, and tickets are available across 45 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
The stakes are higher than ever, with the odds of winning the Powerball jackpot standing at a daunting 1 in 292.2 million. However, players still have a 1 in 11,688,053 chance of matching all five white balls to win a $1 million prize. The overall odds of winning any prize in Powerball are 1 in 24.87.
This latest surge in the Powerball jackpot comes as the Mega Millions lottery also climbs, boasting a massive $843 million grand prize available this Friday.
The excitement surrounding these lottery games isn’t just about the money; it’s about dreams and possibilities. For many, the chance to change their lives with a single ticket is an emotional journey, making these drawings an event to watch closely.
As the Powerball jackpot approaches the half a billion dollar mark, players are reminded of the largest Powerball wins in history, all of which have eclipsed $1 billion. The current record stands at $2.04 billion, won in California on November 7, 2022.
The clock is ticking, and anticipation builds as tonight’s drawing approaches. Be sure to check your tickets after the drawing to see if you are the next lucky winner!
Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story and what could be a life-changing event for many players across the nation.
