The Mega-Sena lottery contest 2832, held on Saturday, February 22, 2025, at Espaço da Sorte in São Paulo, has concluded with no winners taking home the top prize, resulting in the jackpot accumulating to R$ 130 million for the next draw on February 25, 2025. Though no player guessed all six numbers during this draw, several participants did enjoy significant wins.
A total of 238 players correctly matched five of the six drawn numbers, with each winning R$ 32,222.01. Meanwhile, another 14,573 players who managed to get four numbers correct each received R$ 751.76. The complete set of winning numbers from the contest are: 02, 12, 18, 21, 24, and 37.
According to the Caixa Econômica Federal, the total revenue generated from this contest reached R$ 131,674,870, which translates to roughly 26,334,974 tickets with six numbers purchased across various sales channels, including lottery shops and online platforms.
For the next contest, eager lottery players can place their bets until 7 PM on the day of the draw, either at authorized lottery agencies or through the Caixa's online platforms. The base price for a simple ticket, allowing players to choose six numbers, is R$ 5, with the odds of winning the top prize standing at approximately one in 50,063,860. The Mega-Sena allows players to select up to 20 numbers, increasing both the potential winnings and the cost of the ticket.
With no winners for the main prize, players are particularly excited about the upcoming draw, where the jackpot has been set at R$ 130 million. This figure is generating considerable buzz and anticipation among participants, as the Mega-Sena historically pays out significant prizes to those who successfully guess even just four or five numbers.
Specific locations where substantial winnings were reported include cities from the state of Paraná, where numerous entries successfully matched five numbers. For example, 13 winning bets made during this contest yielded between R$ 32,222.01 and R$ 64,444.02—this last amount going to one lucky player who selected seven numbers.
There's more to note about the general odds of winning. The Mega-Sena lottery has several prize tiers: players can win for matching four, five, or six numbers with increasing prize amounts. The anticipation builds not only because of the significant jackpot but also due to the excitement and hope of hitting it big.
The main takeaway, beyond the stakes of the individual game, is the communal spirit of the Mega-Sena. Drawings are widely watched across Brazil, broadcast live, and many customers gather at their local lottery retailers to make last-minute bets, reinforcing the lottery’s role as both entertainment and potential life-changing opportunity.
Whether experienced players or newcomers, participants are eagerly awaiting the next opportunity to join the game and reach for the million-dollar prize. The lottery is not just about luck; it's about hope and the collective dream of transforming lives overnight.