On July 28, 2025, lottery enthusiasts across multiple states eagerly checked their tickets as several state lotteries announced their latest winning numbers, offering fresh chances for life-changing jackpots and prizes. From South Dakota to Mississippi, Virginia, Connecticut, and Louisiana, the draws brought excitement and anticipation for players hoping to strike it lucky.
Starting in the northern plains, the South Dakota Lottery revealed its winning numbers for several popular games. The Powerball drawing, held at 9:59 p.m. Central Time, produced the numbers 07, 35, 36, 43, and 62, with the Powerball itself being 03 and the Power Play multiplier set at 3. Meanwhile, the Lucky For Life game offered winning numbers of 04, 09, 13, 23, and 34, paired with a Lucky Ball of 06. Lotto America’s winning numbers were 08, 12, 23, 25, and 31, with the Star Ball at 10 and the All Star Bonus (ASB) at 02.
South Dakota players with prizes of $100 or less can claim their winnings at any authorized retailer. For those with prizes over $101, claims must be submitted to the Lottery office via mail, addressed to 711 E. Wells Avenue, Pierre, SD 57501. Notably, jackpot-winning tickets for Dakota Cash or Lotto America, top prizes for Lucky For Life, and second prizes for Powerball and Mega Millions require in-person presentation at a Lottery office. Jackpot-winning Powerball or Mega Millions tickets must be presented in person at the Pierre office. The South Dakota Lottery holds Powerball drawings thrice weekly on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday evenings, with other draws scheduled daily or multiple times per week.
Down south, the Mississippi Lottery also unveiled its July 28 results, offering a variety of games to players. The Match 5 numbers drawn were 03, 07, 20, 23, and 25. Cash 3 numbers were split between midday (3-2-0 with a Fireball 2) and evening (4-0-2 with Fireball 6) draws. Similarly, Cash 4 numbers for midday were 2-9-8-4 (FB: 2) and for evening 3-9-2-6 (FB: 6). Cash Pop numbers were 14 for midday and 07 for evening.
Claiming Mississippi Lottery prizes follows a structured process: winnings up to $599 can be redeemed at any authorized retailer, while prizes between $600 and $99,999 require claims at the Lottery Headquarters or by mail to P.O. Box 321462, Flowood, MS 39232. For prizes of $100,000 or more, winners must claim in person at the headquarters located at 1080 River Oaks Drive, Bldg. B-100, Flowood, MS 39232, bringing valid identification including a government-issued photo ID and Social Security card. The Mississippi Lottery also offers the option for large prize winners to set up electronic funds transfer for direct deposits. All prizes must be claimed within 180 days of the drawing date. Cash 3 and Cash 4 drawings occur twice daily at 2:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. Central Time, while Match 5 draws happen nightly at 9:30 p.m.
Virginia’s Lottery results for July 28 featured a familiar Powerball sequence matching South Dakota’s: 07, 35, 36, 43, 62 with Powerball 03 and Power Play 3. The Powerball drawings in Virginia are held Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday at 11 p.m. Additionally, the Pick 3 night numbers were 0-9-5 with a Fireball of 0, and the day draw was 6-3-9 with Fireball 2. Pick 4 night and day numbers were 9-2-7-3 (FB: 1) and 5-9-1-4 (FB: 3), respectively. Pick 5 night numbers were 5-9-7-2-0 (FB: 8) and day numbers 3-0-0-5-2 (FB: 4). Cash4Life’s winning numbers were 09, 14, 47, 48, and 55, with a Cash Ball of 02. The Cash Pop game featured multiple draws at different times of day, with winning numbers 05 (Coffee Break), 12 (Lunch Break), 15 (Rush Hour), 11 (Prime Time), and 11 (After Hours). The Cash 5 numbers drawn were 14, 16, 36, 39, and 43.
Virginia players can anticipate daily draws for Pick 3, Pick 4, and Pick 5, with Cash4Life and Cash 5 games also offering daily chances to win. The variety of draw times throughout the day caters to a wide range of participants.
Moving to the northeast, the Connecticut Lottery announced its results for July 28, including the Powerball numbers identical to those in South Dakota and Virginia: 07, 35, 36, 43, 62, Powerball 03, and Power Play 3. The Lucky For Life numbers were 04, 09, 13, 23, 34, with Lucky Ball 06. The Cash 5 numbers drawn were 16, 23, 25, 28, and 31. Play3 day and night draws yielded 8-7-9 (Wild Ball 2) and 0-4-0 (Wild Ball 0), respectively. Play4 day and night numbers were 9-6-1-9 (Wild Ball 2) and 5-8-8-5 (Wild Ball 6).
Connecticut players can claim prizes up to $599 at any authorized retailer or by mail. Prizes between $600 and $5,000 can be claimed by mail or in person at any High-Tier Claim Center or the Lottery Headquarters at 15 Sterling Drive, Wallingford, CT 06492. Prizes between $5,001 and $49,999 require in-person claims or mail submission, while all prizes over $50,000 must be claimed at the headquarters, where winners need to present a government-issued photo ID and Social Security card. The Connecticut Lottery holds Powerball drawings at 10:59 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday, with Mega Millions at 11 p.m. on Tuesday and Friday. Lucky For Life draws occur daily at 10:30 p.m., Lotto on Tuesday and Friday at 10:38 p.m., Cash 5 daily at 10:29 p.m., and Play3/Play4 draws twice daily.
Finally, the Louisiana Lottery’s July 28 results included the Powerball numbers 07, 35, 36, 43, 62 with Powerball 03 and Power Play 3, matching the other states. Pick 3 numbers drawn were 2-9-6, Pick 4 numbers 4-4-4-9, and Pick 5 numbers 6-6-7-8-7. The Louisiana Lottery allows retailers to redeem prizes up to $600, while claims for prizes over $600 can be submitted via mail or in person at the Lottery offices. Prizes exceeding $5,000 must be claimed at the Lottery office located at 555 Laurel Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70801. The office operates Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Drawings for Louisiana’s Powerball occur at 9:59 p.m. Central Time on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Mega Millions drawings are at 10 p.m. on Tuesday and Friday. Daily Pick 3, Pick 4, and Pick 5 draws are held at 9:59 p.m. Central Time, with Easy 5 and Lotto drawings twice weekly.
The synchronization of Powerball winning numbers across South Dakota, Virginia, Connecticut, and Louisiana on July 28 is a notable coincidence, highlighting the national reach of this popular game. Each state offers its own unique set of games and claiming procedures, reflecting local regulations and player preferences.
For players across these states, the July 28 draws offered a fresh chance at fortune with a variety of games and prize tiers. Whether it’s the daily Cash Pop in Virginia or the Lucky For Life in Connecticut, the diversity of lottery options ensures that many hopefuls can participate in the thrill of the draw. Remember, claiming procedures vary significantly by prize amount and state, so winners should carefully follow the guidelines to secure their winnings.
As always, the excitement of lottery draws is matched by the responsibility to play wisely and claim prizes promptly. With deadlines such as Mississippi’s 180-day claim period and specific in-person requirements for large jackpots, staying informed is crucial.
July 28, 2025, proved to be a day of anticipation and hope for lottery players nationwide, with multiple states unveiling their winning numbers and offering new opportunities for dreams to come true.
