On March 26, 2025, lottery enthusiasts across various regions eagerly awaited the results of several major draws, hoping to strike it rich. The winning numbers from the Lotto in South Africa, New York Lotto, Minnesota Lottery, and Texas Lottery were announced, revealing a mix of excitement and anticipation among players.
In South Africa, the Lotto draw revealed winning numbers of 12, 18, 21, 25, 27, and 38, with a bonus number of 31. The Lotto Plus 1 and Plus 2 also had their draws, with Plus 1 yielding numbers 01, 16, 19, 24, 31, 44, and a bonus of 51, while Plus 2 produced 02, 10, 19, 24, 38, 41, and a bonus of 07. Players were reminded to check their tickets and play responsibly, as ITHUBA operates the National Lottery, encouraging players aged 18 and older to participate.
Meanwhile, in New York, the Lottery results were equally thrilling. The New York Lotto winning numbers for March 26 were 29, 30, 31, 41, 44, and 50, with a bonus number of 58. Additionally, players checked their tickets for the Win 4, with midday numbers of 0, 4, 3, 5 and evening numbers of 7, 8, 4, 7. The Take 5 saw midday results of 04, 10, 13, 18, 23 and evening results of 13, 15, 18, 29, 38. The Numbers game reported midday numbers of 9, 7, 8 and evening numbers of 9, 1, 7. The Cash4Life game, known for its life-changing prizes, had winning numbers of 01, 06, 17, 30, 53, and a Cash Ball of 04.
For those looking for a daily chance at a significant payout, Cash4Life offers a top prize of $1,000 a day for life or a one-time lump sum of $7,000,000. The odds of winning a prize in Cash4Life stand at 1 in 7.76, making it a popular choice among players in the 10 states where it is available, including New York, New Jersey, and Florida.
Over in Minnesota, the lottery results also sparked excitement. The Powerball winning numbers drawn on March 26 were 05, 20, 29, 39, 53, with a Powerball of 06 and a Power Play of 3. Lotto America numbers were 16, 19, 30, 37, 47, with a Star Ball of 06. Players also checked their Pick 3 numbers, which were 2, 7, 9, along with North 5 numbers of 09, 13, 16, 24, 32, and Gopher 5 numbers of 09, 13, 26, 29, 36.
In Texas, the lottery results mirrored the excitement felt across the nation. The Powerball numbers matched those in Minnesota: 05, 20, 29, 39, 53, with a Powerball of 06 and a Power Play of 3. Lotto Texas numbers were 09, 11, 18, 26, 33, 48. Players also had their eyes on the Pick 3 results, which varied throughout the day, with morning numbers of 9, 3, 3 and evening numbers of 2, 3, 7. The Pick 4 game also saw multiple draws, with various winning combinations throughout the day.
As players across these regions checked their tickets, the thrill of potentially life-changing winnings hung in the air. The National Lottery in the UK also announced its results for the same day, with Lotto winning numbers of 17, 18, 22, 34, 53, 58 and a Bonus Ball of 14. The Thunderball numbers were 15, 19, 23, 24, 34, with a Thunderball of 01. The first National Lottery draw took place back on November 19, 1994, and since then, the excitement of winning has only grown. The largest single ticket win in the UK was £42 million, while globally, the largest prize ever awarded was an astonishing £1.308 billion from a Powerball draw in the United States.
With such high stakes and the possibility of life-changing sums, lottery players remain hopeful. The odds of winning may be slim, estimated at about one in 14 million, but as they say, "you've got to be in it to win it." Players are encouraged to play responsibly, keeping in mind the thrill of the game while managing expectations.
As March 26, 2025, comes to a close, lottery results from across the globe remind us of the dreams and aspirations that come with each ticket purchased. Whether it’s a jackpot that could change lives or smaller wins that bring joy, the lottery continues to capture the imagination of players everywhere.
