The Mega Millions jackpot has surged to $301 million following the March 18, 2025 drawing, though no one won the grand prize. No ticket matched all six numbers drawn.
The winning numbers for the March 18 drawing were 27, 28, 31, 32, 33, and the Mega Ball was 24. The Megaplier for this drawing was 3X, giving players the chance to multiply their non-jackpot winnings. While the jackpot went unclaimed, one California ticket holder matched all five white balls but missed the Mega Ball, earning a $1 million prize.
The March 18 drawing follows a similar outcome from the March 14, 2025 drawing, where there were also no grand prize winners. The last Mega Millions jackpot win occurred on January 17, 2025, when a winner in Arizona took home $112 million.
The next drawing is set for Friday, March 21, 2025, with the jackpot now at an estimated $324 million. Players across the participating states are eagerly awaiting the chance to try their luck again.
Playing Mega Millions is simple. A $2 ticket lets players pick five numbers from 1 to 70, along with one Mega Ball number from 1 to 25. Players can add the Megaplier option for an extra $1, potentially multiplying non-jackpot prizes. Alternatively, a “Quick Pick” option randomly generates numbers for the player.
The Mega Millions prize structure offers several ways to win. While the jackpot grabs the most attention, smaller prizes are also available. For example, matching just the Mega Ball wins $2, while matching one of the five numbers plus the Mega Ball earns $4. However, players must match at least one number with the Mega Ball to win a prize.
Available in 45 states, the District of Columbia, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, Mega Millions has become a popular part of American culture. The odds of winning the jackpot are approximately 302,575,350-to-1, and the odds of matching all five numbers are 12,607,306-to-1. Despite the long odds, many players enjoy the excitement of the game, even if they don’t expect to win.
As the March 21 drawing approaches, players are reminded to check their tickets carefully. Whether they win or not, the thrill of potentially changing their lives keeps players coming back.
Tickets can be purchased at gas stations, convenience stores, and grocery stores, or online through official lottery apps, such as Jackpocket, which allows players to buy tickets digitally in multiple states.
With the jackpot now at $324 million, the upcoming drawing is attracting more attention than ever. As always, players are encouraged to play responsibly.
