Sat Sep 06 06:30:00 UTC 2025: ## Mega Millions Jackpot Soars to $336 Million Amid Lottery Frenzy

**As Powerball nears a record-breaking $2 billion, lottery fever is sweeping the nation, with hopefuls also eyeing the Mega Millions jackpot, which has climbed to a staggering $336 million for Friday’s drawing.** The one-time lump sum would be $336 million, according to Mega Millions online.

The last winning Mega Millions ticket, from Virginia, matched all five numbers and the Mega Ball in the Friday, June 27, drawing for a $348 million prize, with a cash option of $155.5 million.

The jackpot reset to $50 million in July after a massive win, but has since rolled over more than 15 times. The winning numbers for the drawing on Friday, Sept. 5, were 6-14-36-58-62 and the Mega Ball was 24. There were no jackpot winners.

Although no one claimed the jackpot Aug. 27, a Florida ticket was among two that won big in that drawing. The quick pick ticket was worth $3 million. Another ticket sold in Mississippi was worth $2 million.

**For those feeling lucky, Mega Millions tickets cost $5 and drawings are held every Tuesday and Friday at 11 p.m. ET.** The next Mega Millions lottery drawing will be at 11 p.m. ET Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2025.

While the odds of winning are slim (1 in 290,472,336), the possibility of striking it rich is fueling ticket sales.

**For Florida players, prizes must be claimed within 180 days, and the cash option within 60 days.** While Florida law mandates lottery winners’ names are public record, there’s a 90-day grace period for winners of $250,000 or more. Experts suggest ways to maintain anonymity even after claiming the prize.

**The largest Mega Millions jackpot in history remains under $2 billion, although a Powerball has surpassed that mark, making the current lottery landscape one of unprecedented potential wealth.**

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