Powerball Winning Numbers Announced; Florida Ticket Secures Recent Major Win
The recent Powerball drawing held on Saturday, October 4, 2025, generated considerable excitement, offering a significant jackpot of $195 million. As of now, this prize marks the fifth highest in the history of the game, which spans nearly three decades. This drawing follows closely on the heels of the record-setting $1.8 billion jackpot that was announced on September 6, 2025.
Powerball Winning Numbers and Recent Drawings
The winning numbers for the latest Powerball drawing were 3-7-47-67-68, with the Powerball being 2, and a Power Play of 2x. The cash option for this jackpot stands at $90.5 million.
Recent Lottery Events
- Jackpot Rollovers: After resetting to $20 million on September 8, 2025, the jackpot has rolled over 11 times.
- Previous Drawings: The jackpot prior to October 4 was $174 million on October 1.
- Notable Wins: A ticket purchased in Georgia matched five numbers in the drawing held on October 1, winning a $1 million prize.
- A Florida ticket purchased earlier this week also matched five numbers in the drawing on September 29, qualifying for a $1 million prize.
Record Jackpots in Powerball History
As of October 4, 2025, the Powerball’s biggest jackpots include:
| Jackpot Amount | Date | State(s) |
|---|---|---|
| $2.04 billion | November 7, 2022 | California |
| $1.8 billion | September 6, 2025 | Missouri, Texas |
| $1.765 billion | October 11, 2023 | California |
| $1.586 billion | January 13, 2016 | California, Florida, Tennessee |
Lottery Participation Details
Powerball drawings occur every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday at 11 p.m. ET, including holidays. Players face odds of 1 in 292.2 million to win the jackpot, regardless of the prize amount.
For participants in Florida, it is essential to remember that lottery winnings must be claimed within 180 days from the draw date. However, for those opting for a cash option, the claim should be made within the first 60 days following the applicable drawing.
The excitement surrounding the Powerball continues to thrive, especially after substantial jackpots have been announced recently. Will there be a winner this week, or will the jackpot continue to grow? Stay tuned to El-Balad for updates on the latest Powerball news and winning numbers.
