R111 Million PowerBall & PowerBall Plus: Results for Friday, 6 March 2026

The PowerBall and PowerBall Plus draws on Friday, March 6, 2026, are offering a combined jackpot of R111 million, marking the eleventh consecutive rollover and the largest prize pool since a near-record R179 million payout in January. This substantial sum – dubbed “Nelson’s number” due to its resemblance to the cricket reference of 111 – is attracting significant attention, though the odds of winning remain exceedingly long.

The Numbers Behind the Roll

The current jackpot is comprised of R75 million for PowerBall and R36 million for PowerBall Plus. The lack of winners in recent draws has driven this increase. To place this in perspective, the average PowerBall jackpot payout is around R22 million, making the current offering nearly five times larger. The last PowerBall and PowerBall Plus draw, held on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, as well went unclaimed. Those numbers were 01, 09, 29, 38, 43 with a PowerBall of 15, and 04, 21, 29, 45, 48 with a PowerBall of 06.

Understanding the Odds and Costs

Participating in the PowerBall and PowerBall Plus draws requires a modest investment of R7.50 per board – R5 for the PowerBall and R2.50 for the PowerBall Plus. Though, the probability of winning the jackpot is a daunting 1 in 42,311,200. For those considering their chances, it’s worth noting that ITHUBA, the operator of the National Lottery, reports that the last two major jackpot winners utilized the “Quick Pick” feature through their banking apps. This automated selection process doesn’t improve odds, but highlights a common method of participation.

Beyond PowerBall: Lotto and Lotto Plus 1 & 2

This week’s Lotto and Lotto Plus 1 and 2 draws also present a significant prize opportunity, with a combined R59 million up for grabs. A single board costs R10, and requires selecting six numbers from 1 to 58. While the odds of winning the Lotto jackpot are slightly better – 1 in 40,411,358 – the average payout is considerably lower, at approximately R5.95 million. This makes the current Lotto prize nearly ten times the average.

A History of Large Jackpots

The current R111 million jackpot isn’t the largest in recent history. In January 2026, a lucky couple won a massive R179 million PowerBall jackpot after 24 consecutive draws without a winner. This was the second-highest payout ever, trailing only the record R232 million win in February 2019. These instances demonstrate the potential for substantial payouts, even if infrequent.

How to Participate and Claim Winnings

Tickets for the PowerBall and PowerBall Plus draws on Friday, March 6, 2026, are available until 20:30, thirty minutes before the official draw at 21:00. Players can purchase tickets through the National Lottery website, via the Mobile App, or at participating retailers.

Claiming winnings depends on the amount. Prizes up to R2,000 can be claimed at retail stores. Winnings between R10,000 and R49,999 require a visit to an Approved Prize Payment Centre (APPC). Amounts between R49,999 and R249,999 can be claimed via EFT through participating banks (with African Bank limited to R49,999). Any winnings exceeding R250,000 must be claimed in person at an ITHUBA office. To claim any prize, winners must be 18 years or older, possess a valid ID, and have a South African bank account no older than three months, and must claim within 365 days of the draw.

The House Always Wins – But Someone Still Does

It’s important to remember that the odds are heavily stacked in favor of the lottery operator. As the article points out, 99.9% of the time, the house wins. However, the allure of a life-changing sum continues to drive participation, and for a lucky few, that dream can become a reality. The National Lottery website provides further information on responsible gambling and support resources for those who may be struggling with problem gambling. Previous PowerBall results are also available online for those interested in analyzing past draws.

The next step for hopeful players is simply to choose their numbers and purchase a ticket before the 20:30 deadline. While the odds are long, the potential reward remains substantial.