Mega Millions Jackpot Resets to $97 Million, Players Urged to Check Tickets

The Mega Millions jackpot was $97 million on Tuesday, April 9 with winning numbers 34, 43, 51, 52, 69, and 25. Players should check their tickets.

The jackpot was last won on March 26 for $1.128 billion, the fifth largest Mega Millions prize ever.

Players pick 5 numbers from 1-70 and 1 Mega Ball number from 1-25 for a $2 ticket. The Megaplier add-on can increase non-jackpot prizes up to 5 times.

The odds of winning the jackpot are about 300 million to 1. Matching all 5 white balls wins up to $1 million.

Tickets can be purchased in most states at gas stations, stores, and online through apps in some states. Deadlines to buy tickets vary by state.