The Mega-Sena 2830 lottery results were announced on February 18, 2025, and for players across Brazil, the evening held the promise of life-changing winnings. A draw conducted by Caixa Econômica Federal took place at the prestigious Espaço da Sorte in São Paulo, starting at 8 PM (Brasília time).
This round featured an estimated jackpot of R$ 90 million, but as the results rolled out, excitement turned to disappointment. None of the ticket holders correctly matched all six drawn numbers, forcing the hefty prize to accumulate to R$ 105 million for the upcoming draw.
The winning numbers for Mega-Sena 2830 were 01, 28, 34, 36, 51, and 52. Despite the absence of jackpot winners, lottery players could still celebrate with numerous smaller wins: 55 players managed to match five numbers, each collecting R$ 99,629.63, and 5,431 players correctly guessed four numbers, winning R$ 1,441.36 each.
The anticipation now shifts to the next Mega-Sena draw, which is scheduled for Thursday, February 20, 2025, at the same time and place. With the potential prize reaching significant heights, many are eager to try their luck again. Tickets can be purchased until 7 PM on the day of the draw, either at retail lottery counters or through the Caixa Econômica Federal online platform.
For those unfamiliar with how to play, entering the Mega-Sena is straightforward. Players select between six to 20 numbers from the 60 available. The minimum bet for six numbers costs R$ 5.00, rewarding full jackpot winners who correctly pick all six numbers drawn. Of course, there are also prizes for those who can match four or five numbers.
Historically, the first Mega-Sena draw occurred on March 11, 1996, and since then, the lottery has established itself as Brazil's premier game of chance. The game was introduced to offer more exciting odds compared to its predecessor, the Sena, by providing larger jackpots and the option to choose more than six numbers at increased prices.
Each week, the Mega-Sena hosts three draws every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. All draws are broadcast live on the Caixa YouTube channel, allowing fans to witness the excitement as the winning numbers are drawn.
To maximize winning chances, players may also choose the "omelette" option, where the system randomly generates numbers, or they can enter group bets, known as "bolões," allowing them to split costs and potentially winnings across multiple players.
Players hoping to claim their prize should also be aware of the 90-day window within which they are required to present their winning tickets. If no winners step forward within this timeframe, the money is directed to the National Treasury.
With the Mega-Sena accumulating large sums, one can only wonder who the next big winner will be and how their lives will change. Until then, the players will have to keep playing and dreaming.