Lottery fever swept across the United States on August 23, 2025, as players from Mississippi to Rhode Island eagerly awaited the results of their favorite draw games. With millions of tickets sold and dreams riding high, Saturday’s drawings delivered a fresh set of winners, a flurry of claims, and the perennial hope that fortune might be just a ticket away. Here’s a comprehensive look at the day’s results, how to claim prizes, and what every hopeful player needs to know.
In Mississippi, the state’s signature Match 5 game drew the numbers 03, 05, 10, 11, and 12, according to official results published by the Mississippi Lottery. For those who played Cash 3, the midday numbers were 2-1-7 with a Fireball (FB) of 5, while the evening numbers came up 8-2-9 with an FB of 0. Cash 4 players saw 1-8-9-4 with FB 5 at midday, and 1-8-3-6 with FB 0 in the evening. Cash Pop, another quick-draw favorite, yielded 05 at midday and 09 in the evening. Winners have 180 days from the drawing date to claim their prizes, with smaller wins ($599 or less) redeemable at any authorized retailer. Larger prizes require a trip to the Lottery Headquarters in Flowood or a submission by mail, with identification and the original ticket in hand. Prizes of $100,000 or more must be claimed in person, and the option for electronic funds transfer is available for those big wins.
Moving north, the South Dakota Lottery saw excitement around its Powerball, Lucky For Life, Lotto America, and Dakota Cash games. Powerball players faced odds with the numbers 11, 14, 34, 47, 51, Powerball 18, and Power Play 2. Lucky For Life participants hoped for the numbers 09, 11, 17, 25, 42 and Lucky Ball 11. Lotto America’s winning combination was 01, 06, 11, 28, 31 with Star Ball 10 and All Star Bonus (ASB) 03. Dakota Cash, a local favorite, produced 03, 07, 14, 27, 31. For those lucky enough to win, prizes up to $100 can be claimed at any retailer, while higher amounts require a claim by mail or in person at the Lottery office in Pierre. Jackpot and top prize tickets must be presented in person, ensuring that the biggest winners get a moment in the spotlight.
The Kansas Lottery mirrored some of these results, with Powerball numbers matching those in South Dakota: 11, 14, 34, 47, 51, Powerball 18, Power Play 2. Kansas Pick 3’s midday draw delivered 0-7-6, and the evening draw 6-5-0. The 2 By 2 game saw Red Balls 06-16 and White Balls 11-16. Lucky For Life, a multi-state favorite, drew 09, 11, 17, 25, 42 with Lucky Ball 11. Lotto America’s winning numbers were 01, 06, 11, 28, 31, Star Ball 10, ASB 03, while Super Kansas Cash produced 09, 12, 14, 18, 19, Cash Ball 03. Kansas retailers redeem prizes up to $599; larger wins require a claim by mail or in person at Lottery offices in Topeka.
Kentucky’s lottery scene was just as lively. According to the Courier Journal, Cash Ball players watched the numbers 08, 25, 27, 34, with Cash Ball 22. Lucky For Life again produced 09, 11, 17, 25, 42, Lucky Ball 11, echoing results across the region. Pick 3’s evening draw yielded 5-6-7, midday 7-7-3. Pick 4’s evening draw was 1-6-2-7, and midday 8-9-0-0. Powerball mirrored the multi-state draw: 11, 14, 34, 47, 51, Powerball 18, Power Play 2. The Powerball Double Play, a second-chance opportunity, saw 09, 23, 24, 33, 44, Powerball 19. Powerball drawings are held Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays, and players are reminded to check their tickets promptly.
Rhode Island, despite its small size, boasted a full slate of lottery action. The Rhode Island Lottery confirmed Powerball numbers as 11, 14, 34, 47, 51, Powerball 18, Power Play 2. Lucky For Life was once again 09, 11, 17, 25, 42, Lucky Ball 11. The Numbers game produced midday results of 6-6-8-4 and evening 6-7-9-8. Wild Money, a state-specific draw, offered 03, 15, 26, 31, 34 with Extra 01. Prizes under $600 are redeemable at retailers, but anything over that threshold must be claimed at Lottery Headquarters in Cranston. Mega Millions and Powerball jackpot winners have 60 days to choose between a cash lump sum or an annuity paid out over 30 years. Lucky For Life top prize winners can opt for 20 years of payments or a lump sum, offering flexibility for life-changing wins.
Further south, the Louisiana Lottery reported Powerball numbers matching the national draw: 11, 14, 34, 47, 51, Powerball 18, Power Play 2. Prizes up to $600 can be claimed at any retailer, while larger prizes must be claimed by mail or in person at Lottery offices. Wins over $5,000 require a visit to the Baton Rouge headquarters. Powerball drawings in Louisiana occur at 9:59 p.m. CT on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays, giving players three chances a week to strike it rich.
Virginia’s lottery players had a busy Saturday as well, with Powerball numbers consistent with the national draw. Pick 3 night produced 3-1-9 with FB 0; day was 7-4-9 with FB 4. Pick 4 night was 1-3-1-3 with FB 0; day 8-9-1-3 with FB 5. Pick 5 night had 6-8-8-4-2 with FB 7; day 6-9-4-2-6 with FB 8. Cash4Life, another multi-state favorite, drew 02, 22, 45, 54, 60 with Cash Ball 01. Cash Pop, which draws multiple times daily, yielded Coffee Break 08, After Hours 11, Prime Time 14, Rush Hour 14, and Lunch Break 10. Cash 5’s daily draw was 03, 11, 15, 19, 42, and Bank a Million, drawn every Wednesday and Saturday, offered 02, 04, 14, 20, 23, 32 with Bonus 36.
Players are reminded that each state has specific rules for claiming prizes, with deadlines, identification requirements, and options for lump sum or annuity payments varying by jurisdiction. Retailers can usually handle smaller wins, but larger prizes require extra steps to protect both winners and the integrity of the games. For those lucky enough to hold a winning ticket, time is of the essence—prizes must be claimed within the specified period or risk being forfeited.
For many, the lottery is more than just a game; it’s a moment of hope, a thrill of possibility, and, for a fortunate few, a life-changing event. As the numbers are drawn and the winners step forward, the cycle begins anew—tickets are bought, dreams are kindled, and the next drawing is just around the corner.