By Global Finance & Lottery Desk | April 20, 2026
The world’s most watched lottery has rolled over once again! The highly anticipated US Powerball drawing took place this past Saturday night, with millions of tickets sold globally as players hoped to secure the staggering $850 Million grand prize.
While the ultimate jackpot remains unclaimed, several lucky players across the globe are waking up as newly minted millionaires today. Here is the complete, detailed breakdown of the latest drawing, the winning numbers, and what to expect for the next massive jackpot.
1. The Official Winning Numbers
For the drawing held on Saturday, April 18, 2026, the official winning numbers are:
12 – 24 – 38 – 51 – 65 ### Red Powerball: 18
Power Play Multiplier: 2x
Note: Players must match all five white balls plus the red Powerball to win the grand prize jackpot.
2. Jackpot Status: Did Anyone Win?
Following the official verification by the Multi-State Lottery Association (MUSL), it has been confirmed that NO ticket matched all six numbers.
Because there was no grand prize winner, the jackpot will roll over and increase for the next drawing.
However, there were significant secondary winners:
- Match 5 Winners ($1 Million Prize): Three tickets matched all five white balls. These tickets were sold in California, Texas, and New York.
- Match 5 + Power Play ($2 Million Prize): One lucky ticket in Florida matched all five white balls and had the Power Play option enabled, doubling their payout to $2 million.
3. The Next Drawing: Approaching the Billion-Dollar Mark
Because the $850 million prize was not claimed, the next drawing is officially set for Monday, April 20, 2026 (tonight, US Time).
- New Estimated Jackpot: The jackpot has now surged to an estimated $900 Million.
- Estimated Cash Value: If the winner chooses the lump-sum cash payout instead of the 30-year annuity, they will take home approximately $435.5 Million (before taxes).
4. Global Participation: How the World is Playing
While the Powerball is a United States lottery, the “Global Jackpot” phenomenon has taken over. Through licensed international courier services, players from Europe, India, and Australia have been purchasing tickets online. The massive $900M prize pool has caused a 40% spike in international ticket sales over the last 48 hours.
Professional Tip for Global Lottery Players
Always verify your international courier. If you are playing the US Powerball from outside the United States, ensure the service you use legally purchases physical tickets on your behalf and provides a scanned copy to your account. Remember, foreign nationals are legally allowed to win US lotteries, but prizes are subject to a flat 30% federal withholding tax.
Detailed Q&A: US Powerball Mechanics
Q1. What are the odds of winning the Powerball Jackpot?
The odds of matching all five white balls and the red Powerball are approximately 1 in 292.2 million.
Q2. What is the “Power Play” option?
For an extra $1 per play, players can add the Power Play feature. This multiplies non-jackpot prizes by 2, 3, 4, 5, or 10 times. In this latest draw, the multiplier drawn was 2x.
Q3. If I win the jackpot, do I have to take it all at once?
No. Jackpot winners have two choices: a Cash Option (a one-time, lump-sum payment that is lower than the advertised jackpot) or an Annuity Option (the full advertised jackpot amount paid out in 30 graduated installments over 29 years).
Q4. Are lottery winnings taxed?
Yes, heavily. In the US, the IRS automatically takes 24% for federal taxes, and it can go up to 37% depending on your total income. State taxes also apply depending on where the ticket was purchased.
Fact Sheet: Powerball Draw Summary (April 18)
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Draw Date | Saturday, April 18, 2026 |
| Winning Numbers | 12, 24, 38, 51, 65 |
| Powerball Number | 18 |
| Jackpot Won? | No (Rolled Over) |
| Next Jackpot (Est.) | $900 Million |
| Next Draw Date | Monday, April 20, 2026 |
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