Following the record-breaking $1.8 billion Powerball prize, the jackpot for Saturday, November 1, 2025, reached $400 million. Many wondered if a lucky player would strike it rich just after Halloween or before daylight savings time began.
“It could happen to you.”
Since no one matched all five numbers plus the Powerball during the Wednesday, October 29, draw, the prize rolled over again, climbing to $400 million for the weekend drawing. This marked the 21st rollover since it reset to $20 million on September 31. Meanwhile, the Mega Millions jackpot increased to $800 million from $754 million for the Tuesday draw.
The one-time cash payout for Powerball was listed at $189 million, according to official figures.
The winning numbers for Saturday, November 1, were 2, 26, 43, 44, and 62, with the Powerball number 22. These produced yet another rollover, raising the jackpot for Monday’s draw to $419 million with a cash option of $198 million.
However, one ticket sold in Pennsylvania matched five numbers, earning its holder a $1 million prize.
In the earlier drawing on Wednesday, October 29, the numbers were 4, 24, 49, 60, 65, and Powerball 1. Although there was no jackpot winner, a ticket purchased in California also matched five numbers for a $1 million payout.
The Powerball jackpot continues to climb after multiple rollovers, with smaller million-dollar winners emerging in Pennsylvania and California.
Author’s summary: After several rollovers and million-dollar side wins, the Powerball jackpot grows past $400 million, fueling anticipation across the nation.