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Estimated Powerball® jackpot grows to $610 million
Two $50,000 Powerball® winning tickets sold in Indiana for the Monday, January 3 drawing
After 39 drawings the Powerball® estimated jackpot has reached $610 million for the Wednesday, January 5 drawing. If won, this would be the seventh largest jackpot in the Powerball game’s history. Meanwhile, two Hoosier Lottery retailers sold $50,000 winning tickets for the Monday, January 3 drawing.
A $50,000 Powerball winning ticket was purchased at Harvest Market #9 located at 920 W. 4th St. in Greensburg. The winning Powerball numbers for Monday, January 3 are: 2-13-32-33-48 with the Powerball of 22.
A $50,000 Powerball Double Play® winning ticket was purchased at Belmont Beverage #03 located at 1103 W. State Blvd. in Fort Wayne. The winning Double Play numbers for Monday, January 3 are: 4-19-26-64-65 with the Powerball of 16.
Each ticket holder should ensure their ticket is in a secure place, consider meeting with a financial advisor and contact Hoosier Lottery customer service at 1-800-955-6886 for specific claim instructions.
Powerball Overall Odds are 1 in 25. Double Play Overall Odds are 1 in 25. Odds of matching four-out-of-five balls and the Powerball are 1 in 913,130. Powerball jackpot odds are 1 in 292,201,338.
Players can check their tickets with the free Hoosier Lottery Mobile App by downloading here.
Since its first drawing in 1992, Powerball has inspired the country with a chance to become a millionaire, while raising $25 billion for good causes supported by lotteries. Indiana had the very first Powerball jackpot winner in 1992 and leads the nation in Powerball jackpot wins with 39.
Players may purchase $2 Powerball tickets at any participating retailer. For more ways to play, Power Play and Double Play may be added for $1 each. Players have until 9:58 p.m. ET the night of each drawing to get their tickets. Drawings happen every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday around 11:00 PM ET. The Double Play drawing is held around 11:35 p.m. ET.
With the growing jackpot, the Hoosier Lottery continues to emphasize responsible gaming. Players are encouraged to keep play positive by knowing their game, setting a limit and keeping it fun.
Must be 18 or older to play. Please play responsibly. Problem Gambling Helpline: 1-800-994-8448.