In an extraordinary stroke of luck, a California resident has secured the $526.5 million Powerball jackpot from the drawing held on Saturday, March 29, 2025.

The winning ticket was purchased at a 7-Eleven store located on North Euclid Street in Anaheim.

Winning Numbers and Prize Details

The victorious numbers for this draw were 7, 11, 21, 53, 61, with the red Powerball being 2. The fortunate ticket holder now faces a choice between receiving the full jackpot amount distributed over 30 years or opting for a lump sum payment of $243.8 million.

Additional Winners and Retailer Bonus

Beyond the grand prize, five other tickets across the nation matched all five white balls, earning $1 million each. These tickets were sold in Georgia (2), Ohio, Oregon, and Texas.

The 7-Eleven store that sold the jackpot-winning ticket will receive a $1 million bonus for its role in this monumental event.

Recent Lottery Highlights

This marks the second significant Powerball win of 2025. Earlier this year, on January 18, a player from Oregon claimed a $329 million jackpot.

In the Mega Millions arena, California's Rosemary Casarotti made headlines by winning a $1.2 billion jackpot in December 2024, opting for a lump sum payment of $571 million.

Looking Ahead

With this jackpot claimed, the Powerball jackpot resets to $20 million for the next drawing scheduled on Monday, March 31, 2025.

Meanwhile, the Mega Millions jackpot continues to grow, with the next drawing set for Tuesday, April 1, 2025. ​The Indianapolis Star

Conclusion

The recent Powerball win underscores the enduring allure of lottery games, offering players a chance at life-changing fortunes.

As jackpots rise, so does public excitement, with hopeful participants eagerly awaiting their turn at a transformative win.