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Mega Millions Jackpot Rises to $112 Million for April 18 Draw
The Mega Millions jackpot has soared to $112 million ahead of the next draw on Friday, April 18, 2025, after no one matched all six numbers during Tuesday’s drawing.
If someone wins Friday’s draw by matching all five white balls and the gold Mega Ball, they can choose a one-time cash payout of approximately $49.3 million before taxes.
Mega Millions Results for Friday, April 18, 2025
The winning numbers drawn on Friday night were:
5, 13, 15, 17, 28 and the Mega Ball: 1
The numbers were drawn shortly after 11 p.m. ET, as always. As of now, no winner has been announced for the jackpot, but any updates will be shared by Mega Millions officials.
Last Big Win Came in March
The last major jackpot win came last month in Illinois, when a single ticket scooped up a massive $344 million. That win was the first since January 18, breaking a long stretch without a jackpot winner.
How to Play Mega Millions
To play, you need to purchase a ticket — either from a local store like a gas station or grocery store, or online in certain states using apps like Jackpocket.
Each ticket requires selecting six numbers:
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Five white balls from 1 to 70
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One Mega Ball from 1 to 25
Not sure what numbers to pick? You can choose a Quick Pick, where numbers are randomly selected for you.
Built-In Multiplier Adds to the Fun
Today’s tickets include a free multiplier feature called the Megaplier. This can increase non-jackpot winnings by 2x, 3x, 4x, or even 5x — without paying extra.
There are 15 multiplier balls in total:
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5 are 2X
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6 are 3X
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3 are 4X
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1 is 5X
This means even smaller wins can turn into exciting payouts.
Where Can You Buy Tickets?
You can buy Mega Millions tickets:
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In person at gas stations, grocery stores, and some airport terminals
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Online via the Jackpocket app in states like New York, New Jersey, Ohio, Oregon, Washington D.C., and more
The Jackpocket platform allows players to pick numbers, view tickets, and claim prizes using a smartphone or computer.
Big Wins, Big Stories
People all over the country are striking it lucky:
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A California woman recently claimed a historic $1.2 billion Mega Millions prize.
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A North Carolina man turned a $10 scratch-off into $1 million.
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A Michigan resident became a millionaire with a 20-cent jackpot play.
With each draw, another winner could be just one ticket away.
