UPDATE: The winning numbers for the Mega Millions jackpot drawing on Friday, December 26, 2025, have just been announced, and the jackpot soared to an estimated $125 million ($56.9 million cash option). Players across the nation are eagerly checking their tickets for a life-changing win.
The winning numbers are: 64, 63, 9, 31, 19, and the Mega Ball is 7. Did anyone match these numbers and seize the jackpot? Stay tuned as updates come in regarding potential winners.
The next Mega Millions drawing is scheduled for Tuesday, December 30, at 11 p.m. local time. Players can continue to buy tickets until 10:45 p.m. on draw nights in Michigan. Each Mega Millions ticket costs $5, offering participants a chance to select six numbers from two separate pools—five numbers from 1 to 70 and one Mega Ball from 1 to 24.
Mega Millions has introduced a new built-in multiplier feature, which increases non-jackpot prizes by two, three, four, five, or even ten times. This multiplier is automatically assigned at the time of purchase, heightening the excitement for players.
As for prizes, players can win substantial sums, including:
– Match 5 White Balls + Mega Ball: Jackpot
– Match 5 White Balls: between $2 million and $10 million
– Match 4 White Balls + Mega Ball: up to $100,000
– Various other prize tiers for matching fewer numbers, with amounts ranging from $10 to $2,000.
The odds of winning the Mega Millions jackpot are challenging, sitting at 1 in 290,472,336. For those eager to see the drawing, the results can be streamed live on YouTube or accessed on the official Mega Millions and Michigan Lottery websites.
Winners of the jackpot have the option to receive their prize as an annuity—one immediate payment followed by 29 annual payments that increase by 5% each year, or as a one-time cash payment. If multiple tickets win the jackpot, the prize is shared equally among winners.
With millions at stake, the excitement around Mega Millions is palpable. Players are encouraged to check their tickets and stay updated on future drawings. Follow the latest updates and insights on social media platforms like Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Twitter/X, and Facebook for more engaging content.
Don’t miss your chance to join the frenzy—get your tickets before the next drawing!
