Could a mere $2 Powerball ticket change your life and make you a multimillionaire? For someone out there, this dream is closer to reality as they wake up to the tantalizing prospect of a significant jackpot today.

Following the Powerball drawing on Wednesday, April 23, where no players managed to match all five main numbers plus the Powerball, the jackpot has skyrocketed to an impressive $168 million for the upcoming drawing on Saturday, April 26. The winning ticket for this colossal prize was reportedly purchased in Kentucky, providing the fortunate ticket holder with an option for a one-time lump sum payout of $77.6 million, according to the official Powerball website.

In the Powerball drawing on Saturday, April 26, the winning numbers were revealed to be 1, 12, 14, 18, 69, with the Powerball number being 2. Additionally, the Power Play multiplier for this draw was set at 3x, enhancing the potential winnings for those who played the multiplier.

This drawing occurs just over a week after Easter Sunday, which fell on April 20, 2025. It will be interesting to see if personal lucky numbers or random Quick Picks lead to a jackpot winner this time.

For those curious about the previous drawing's results, the numbers drawn on Wednesday were 15, 44, 63, 66, 69, with the Powerball being 20, and the Power Play multiplier was 2x. In that same drawing, a single ticket purchased in Pennsylvania matched five numbers and earned a $1 million prize, highlighting that even without hitting the jackpot, substantial winnings are still up for grabs.

Powerball tickets are affordable, starting at just $2 each. Heres what players should keep in mind about lottery odds, claiming cash options, and what happens to unclaimed prize money, particularly in Florida, as detailed by the Florida Lottery.

For those wondering where the winning ticket for the previous $515 million jackpot was sold, it was purchased at a 7-Eleven convenience store located just three miles from Disneyland in Anaheim, California, often referred to as the 'happiest place on Earth.'

On April 26, the winning Powerball numbers were once again confirmed as 1, 12, 14, 18, 69, with the Powerball being 2. The Power Play multiplier for this drawing was 3x. As anticipation builds, we await to see if a lucky player emerges as a winner just after the Easter holiday or if the jackpot will roll over yet again for the next drawing on Monday, April 28.

Reflecting on the history of Powerball, the previous jackpot streak ended on March 29, 2025, when a ticket sold near Disneyland matched all five numbers and the Powerball to secure a staggering $515 million jackpot. Final ticket sales for that event brought the total prize to $526.5 million, illustrating the immense interest and excitement surrounding Powerball.

To give players an idea of the odds, Powerball drawings occur at 11 p.m. EDT on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays, even on holidays. According to Powerball.com, the odds of matching all six numbers stand at a daunting 1 in 292.2 million. Prizes can range widely, starting from $2 all the way up to the life-changing grand prize, which varies significantly.

The next Powerball drawing is set for Monday, April 28. Players should note that in Florida, winnings must be claimed within 180 days (or six months) from the date of the drawing. For those opting for a one-time cash payout, winners have a 60-day window following the drawing date to make their claim.

In terms of anonymity, it's important for winners in Florida to understand that they cannot remain hidden. The Florida Lottery's website states that, by law, records containing the winner's name, city of residence, game won, date, and amount won must be made available to any third party who requests this information. However, there is a provision stating that names of winners claiming prizes of $250,000 or greater can remain undisclosed for a period of 90 days from the claim date unless the winner opts to waive this confidentiality.

For those wondering about how long it typically takes for jackpots to grow, the stories of Powerball and Mega Millions are filled with tales of life-changing fortunes. As of April 26, 2025, there have been 12 lottery jackpots that have reached or exceeded $1 billion, with only one instance where a jackpot surpassed $2 billion. These figures highlight just how extraordinary the world of lotteries can be.

This story has been updated with the latest information on the Powerball drawing and results.