The Mega-Sena contest 2827, held on February 11, 2025, ended without a jackpot winner, adding to the excitement surrounding Brazil's most popular lottery game. The latest draw revealed the numbers: 01, 11, 13, 27, 45, and 59, leaving the R$ 45.28 million prize unclaimed. Consequently, the prize money rolls over, setting the stage for contest 2828, where participants will have the chance to win R$ 53 million on February 13, 2025.
According to reports, 116 players successfully matched five numbers, each taking home R$ 29,262.50. On the flip side, 7,322 players who matched four numbers will receive R$ 662.27. This draw reinforced the trend of accumulating lottery prizes, which often attract more players eager for the life-changing sums available.
The draw took place at the Espaço Loterias Caixa, located on Avenida Paulista, São Paulo, at 20:00 UTC. While countless fans tuned in to watch the live announcement on Caixa's official YouTube channel, those who missed it could still catch up on the broadcast. Players can place bets on Mega-Sena through various platforms; the funds for the draw reached R$ 58.2 million this time.
To get involved with Mega-Sena, players must purchase tickets costing at least R$ 5 to secure the minimum six-number entry. Each ticket allows the selection of up to 20 numbers from the 60 available. The stakes increase with more chosen numbers, thereby boosting the probability of winning, but at significantly higher costs. The more inclusive betting system—allowing selections beyond the minimum six—was implemented to offer greater returns compared to the traditional Sena lottery it replaced back in 1996.
The game is renowned for its three weekly draws, held every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday, offering consistent opportunities for Brazilian residents and lottery enthusiasts abroad. The initial Mega-Sena draw occurred on March 11, 1996, and since then, it has rapidly become the favored choice for millions, delivering substantial prizes and contributing billions to both funding and public welfare.
For anyone wishing to participate, purchasing tickets can be done through authorized betting shops, the Loterias Caixa website, its app, or through Internet Banking for Caixa customers. With the next contest just days away, the anticipation is palpable, and players are encouraged to choose lucky numbers wisely and act quickly before the deadline closes on February 13 at 19:00 UTC.
Participants may watch the upcoming draw live via the same platforms as before, and as tradition holds, this event promises to be just as thrilling as the last one. The Mega-Sena continues to hold the allure of wealth and the dreams of millions, symbolizing hope with each draw, and champions fortunes for those fortunate enough to guess the winning combinations. Will contest 2828 mark the end of the streak with no first-prize winners? Only time will tell.