News Summary
A Rhode Island player is gearing up to participate in the next Powerball drawing, where the jackpot has soared to an estimated $1.3 billion. This enormous prize ranks as the fifth-largest in Powerball history and the ninth-largest lottery jackpot in the U.S. A lucky ticket could yield approximately $589 million in cash value. As no one matched the winning numbers in the last drawing, anticipation builds as players are reminded to purchase tickets before the 9:50 p.m. Eastern Time deadline.
Providence
A Rhode Island player is set to participate in the next Powerball drawing, with the jackpot estimated to reach a staggering $1.3 billion on Wednesday. This massive prize is currently the fifth-largest in Powerball history and the ninth-largest U.S. lottery jackpot ever recorded. Should a lucky ticket be sold, the cash value of the winnings would amount to approximately $589 million.
In recent news, no players matched the winning numbers from the last drawing, which were 8, 23, 25, 40, 53 with a red Powerball number of 5. The current drawing on Wednesday will mark the 41st since the jackpot was last won on May 31, 2025. In the previous drawing, which took place less than a week ago, ten tickets successfully matched all five white balls, leading to $1 million prizes for players across multiple states, including California, Florida, Kentucky, and others. Some players even boosted their winnings to $2 million by utilizing the Power Play option, with a multiplier of 3 from that drawing.
For those interested in joining the contest, tickets must be purchased by 9:50 p.m. Eastern Time on Wednesday to ensure eligibility for the drawing. The overall odds of winning any Powerball prize stand at 1 in 24.9, while the odds for hitting the jackpot are significantly steeper at 1 in 292.2 million.
Recent Powerball Draw Stats
Aside from the jackpot winner, the previous draw’s lucrative results continue to bring excitement. A total of 124 tickets won $50,000 for matching four white balls plus the Powerball, and another 25 tickets secured $150,000 with a combination of the four white balls, the Powerball, and the Power Play option.
Rhode Island’s Powerball History
Historically, the last major Powerball win in Rhode Island occurred in 2012. Notably, two players from the state have claimed substantial prizes in the past; one won $200 million in February of that year, followed by another success in March with a $37 million payout.
Powerball Overview
Powerball has garnered significant attention since its inception in 1992, amassing over $36 billion for good causes supported by U.S. lotteries. Lottery tickets are available in 45 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, with more than half of the proceeds from ticket sales remaining within the selling jurisdiction.
Drawings are held live every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday at 10:59 p.m. ET from Tallahassee, Florida, providing multiple opportunities for players to test their luck. Additional chances for prizes are available through a separate Double Play drawing, encouraging greater participation and excitement among players.
As the next Powerball drawing approaches, many players will be eagerly anticipating the potential life-changing outcomes that the lottery brings. Tickets for Powerball can be purchased for a cost of $2 per play, although participating in the additional options may incur extra fees. With this significant jackpot on the line, Rhode Island and states across the nation will experience heightened anticipation as the drawing time draws near.
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Additional Resources
- Providence Journal: Rhode Island Lottery Results
- Patch: RI Player Could Get Lucky
- WPRI: Winning Lottery Tickets Sold in Rhode Island
- Powerball: $100,000 Power Play Win for Rhode Island Man
- Wikipedia: Powerball
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Lottery
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