dailyloe.com – The Powerball lottery jackpot has reached an estimated $166 million for the drawing on Saturday, March 28, 2026. The cash option is valued at $74.5 million before taxes. This drawing occurs at 10:59 p.m. Eastern Time.
Powerball is a multi-state lottery game available across 45 U.S. states. It is also played in Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The game has created nearly 200 jackpot winners since its inception in 1992.
The most recent grand prize winner was a $251 million ticket sold in Arkansas on March 2. The odds of winning the jackpot are approximately 1 in 292.2 million. However, the overall odds of winning any prize are about 1 in 24.9.
Winning numbers for the March 28 drawing were 61, 42, 11, 43, 59, and Powerball 25. The Power Play multiplier for the draw was 4x. These numbers determine the prize winners for this specific event.
The advertised jackpot is an annuity paid over 30 years. Winners can opt for a smaller lump-sum cash payment instead. This cash value is subject to federal and state taxes.
Players do not need U.S. citizenship to purchase a ticket. Legal age requirements, typically 18, must be met in the jurisdiction of purchase. Tickets must be bought within a participating state or territory.
The game continues to draw participants seeking life-changing prizes. Its wide availability fuels national interest before each drawing. The next jackpot will grow if no one wins the top prize tonight.[]
Source: USA Today
