Powerball winning numbers for $166M jackpot on Saturday, March 28 The Powerball jackpot has reached $166 million, with a $74.5 million cash option available, as the next drawing is set for Saturday, March 28. Players nationwide are preparing for another chance to claim the prize, which has been a major draw for lottery enthusiasts. Since 1992, the game has awarded nearly 200 jackpot winners, with the most recent success occurring on March 2, when a ticket sold in Arkansas secured a $251 million prize. Powerball is available in 45 states, along with Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The upcoming drawing is scheduled for 10:59 p.m. ET, with the odds of winning the jackpot standing at approximately 1 in 292 million. While the jackpot is the most coveted prize, smaller payouts are more common, with the overall probability of winning any prize at around 1 in 25. For Saturday’s drawing, the winning numbers are 61-42-11-43-59, with the Powerball number 25 and a multiplier of 4x. The jackpot amount reflects the annuity value, which is paid out over 30 years. Winners also have the option to take the lump-sum cash payment, which is typically lower than the annuity value. The odds of winning the Powerball jackpot are about 1 in 292.2 million, but the chances of securing any prize are significantly higher, at roughly 1 in 24.9. Eligibility to play Powerball does not require U.S. citizenship or residency. Non-residents can purchase tickets as long as they meet the legal age requirement, which is typically 18 years old, though some states have higher minimums. Tickets are sold in 45 states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, but are not available in Alabama, Alaska, Hawaii, Nevada, or Utah.#powerball #powerball_numbers #powerball_drawings #powerball_jackpot #powerball_prizes
