Top 5 Biggest Mega Millions Jackpots

How to bet on Mega Milllions
Mega Millions
2024-07-18

The Mega Millions lottery is renowned for its colossal jackpots. Through Lotto247, South Africans can bet on the outcome of the Mega Millions lottery. Let’s delve into the top five biggest Mega Millions jackpots in history and the remarkable stories behind these extraordinary wins.

What are the largest Mega Millions jackpots ever?

Here are the five largest Mega Millions jackpots ever won, according to the lottery:

$1.602 billion (approx. ZAR 30.46 billion) from one winning ticket in Florida in August 2023
$1.537 billion (approx. ZAR 29.18 billion) from one winning ticket in October 2018 in South Carolina
$1.35 billion (approx. ZAR 25.62 billion) from one winning ticket in January 2023 in Maine
$1.34 billion (approx. ZAR 25.43 billion) from one winning ticket in July 2022 in Illinois
$1.050 billion (approx. ZAR 19.92 billion) from one winning ticket in January 2021 in Michigan

The story behind the biggest Mega Millions jackpot ever

In August 2023, one lucky ticket holder from Florida won the record-breaking $1.602 billion (approx. ZAR 30.46 billion) jackpot, making it not only the largest MegaMillions jackpot but also the second-largest lottery win in history. The winner chose to remain anonymous and took home a lump-sum cash payment of $877 million after taxes.

 

The impact of Mega Millions jackpots on winners' lives

Many previous Mega Millions winners have used their newfound wealth to retire early, travel the world, or fulfil their lifelong dreams. The Mega Millions lottery has produced some of the largest and most awe-inspiring jackpots in the history of the game.

$1.602 billion - August 23, 2023

A single winner matched all six numbers in the August 8th drawing: 13, 19, 20, 32, 33, and the gold Mega Ball 14.

$1.537 Billion – October 23, 2018

The second-largest Mega Millions jackpot ever recorded reached an astounding $1.537 billion. The winner chose to remain anonymous. The Mega Millions winning numbers for the draw were 5, 28, 62, 65, 70, and the Mega Ball number 5.

$1.35 billion - January 2023

The winner received $723.56 million as a one-time lump sum payment; after taxes, the amount was just over $404 million.

$1.34 billion - July, 2022

Nearly two months after the staggering $1.34 billion Mega Millions draw, two lucky individuals have claimed their prize, marking one of the largest jackpots in Mega Millions history. They had a prearranged pact to split the winnings, showcasing the power of partnership. The lucky Mega Millions winning numbers were, 13-36-45-57-67, with the Mega Ball being 14.

$1.05 Billion – January 22, 2021

Another monumental jackpot was won on January 22, 2021, with a total prize of $1.05 billion. The winning entry was sold in Michigan, thanks to the collaborative effort of a group of lottery players known as the Wolverine FLL Club. This group of four members chose to remain anonymous as well. They opted for the lump sum payout, which totaled approximately $776.6 million before taxes. The winning numbers were 4, 26, 42, 50, 60, and Mega Ball 24.

 

Betting on the outcome of Mega Millions from South Africa

Thanks to Lotto247.co.za, individuals in South Africa can easily bet on the outcomes of the Mega Millions lottery. By simply opening an account, selecting your favourite Mega Millions numbers, and placing your bets, you can potentially join the ranks of these incredible jackpot winners.

How to Bet on the Mega Millions Lottery Online

Steps to Bet Online:

Sign In/Create Account: Log in to your Lotto247 account or create a new one if you’re new to the platform.

Deposit Funds: Use one of the secure payment methods available to deposit funds into your account.

Place Bets: Select your numbers from the first drum (1-70) and the “Mega Ball” from the second drum (1-25). You can either manually pick your numbers or use the Quick Pick option for random selection.

Confirm Your Bet: Once you’ve chosen your numbers, confirm your bet and wait for the draw.

When you place bets on Mega Millions through Lotto247, you can conveniently check the draw results directly in your Lotto247 account.

After each Mega Millions draw, your chosen numbers will automatically be compared to the winning ones. Should you be fortunate enough to match the winning numbers and secure the main prize or any other prize, your Lotto247 account will be credited accordingly. Additionally, we will notify you via email with the Mega Millions lottery results.

For South Africans interested in participating, Lotto247 offers a reliable avenue to engage with this thrilling game. Just a reminder, when you bet at Lotto247 you are placing a fixed odds bet on the outcome of the Mega Millions.