The Powerball lottery is among the most popular games in the U.S., which draws in millions of players each week with its life changing jackpots. Today on September 22, 2025, on another action packed draw will, hopeful players can check their tickets and see if they have hit the jackpot! Below we breakdown these numbers, what they mean for players across the country, and the details on Power Play.
Powerball Winning Numbers - September 22, 2025
The winning numbers for Powerball on Monday, September 22, 2025 were:
- White Balls: 3, 29, 42, 46, 59
- Powerball (red ball): 15
- Power Play Multiplier: 3×
Winners who matched all five white balls and the Powerball took home the grand jackpot, but many other players went home successful with various winnings in other prize tiers. The 3× multiplier means that all prizes that were not jackpot amounts, were multiplied by 3!
The Odds of Winning Powerball
Winning the Powerball jackpot is one of the hardest things to accomplish in the lottery. The odds of hitting all five white balls plus the red Powerball are about 1 in 292.2 million which means being awarded the jackpot is unlikely. That does not mean there are not plenty of winners, as thousands of tickets match in lesser prize categories for every drawing, which can still be a thrilling experience for Powerball lottery players. The non-jackpot prizes become even better if the ticket has the Power Play option, as non-jackpot prizes will multiply and provide further value when purchasing a ticket.
Did Someone Win Powerball on September 22, 2025?
No ticket matched all six numbers in the September 22, 2025 Powerball drawing, which meant the jackpot rolled again. Plenty of players across the country won smaller prizes with many different tickets matching on different tier levels, including winning just the Powerball and winning numbers plus the Powerball. Many of those numbers were multiplied due to having the 3x Power Play option selected on them, making smaller prizes appear to be bigger. Even without a jackpot winner, the draw proves exactly why Powerball lottery is still exciting to continue to play — someone can always win something.
How to Play Powerball
Playing Powerball is easy:
- Select five numbers from 1 to 69 (the five white balls).
- Select one Powerball number from 1 to 26 (the red ball).
- You may pay extra for the Power Play option, which will increase your non-jackpot winnings if you win. Power Play does not affect jackpot winnings.
- Or you may select the Quick Pick option, in which case a system-generated random pick will be made for your numbers.
- The base price of a Powerball tickets $2, plus approximately $1 for the Power Play option.
How to Check and Claim Powerball Prizes
If you participated in the September 22 draw, take the following steps:
- Check your tickets with the winning numbers.
- Find out which prize tier your ticket is in.
- If you played Power Play, remember that non-jackpot prizes are multiplied.
- You can typically claim smaller prizes at retail locations.
- For larger prizes, check your state lottery website for the prize claim process, which will typically require you to submit a claim form or visit to a lottery office.
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Why Powerball is So Popular
The massive jackpots offered by Powerball, its simple to understand gameplay, and an exciting second chance prize structure make it one of the most popular lotteries in the United States. Although the jackpot can increase week to week and players know it will continue, minor prizes still entice players to take another ticket. Enough excitement was generated and continued, that Power Play was created to further enhance excitement and millions across the U.S. still play weekly for both.