Mega-Sena rolls over and prize can reach R$ 25 million
The main prize of contest 2724 rolled over and the next draw will be on Thursday (16/05)
The Lottery House
According to information from Caixa Econômica Federal, no bet matched the six numbers of contest 2724 of Mega-Sena, held on Tuesday (14/05). Therefore, the prize, which was estimated at R$ 2.5 million, rolled over and added to the accumulated value for the next contest ending in 5, and can reach R$ 25 million. The draw for contest 2725 will be on Thursday (16/05).
The drawn numbers were: 11 – 21 – 24 – 26 – 42 – 54.
The quina had 28 winning bets, each receiving the amount of R$ 49,929.37. The quadra had 1,955 winning bets, and each one will receive R$ 1,021.57.
For those who want to compete for the chance to become a millionaire, they must place their bets by 7 PM (Brasília time) on the day of the draw and mark from 6 to 20 numbers out of the 60 available on the bet slip. There is also the option to let the system choose the numbers (Quick Pick) and/or compete with the same bet for 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 9, or 12 consecutive contests (Persistent Bet).
What is the probability of winning the Mega-Sena jackpot?
Each set of 6 numbers costs R$ 5.00. The probability of matching the six numbers with a single set is 1 in 50,063,860. However, Mega-Sena allows the selection of up to 20 numbers, and the cost of this bet is over R$ 193,000, but the chances of winning become one in 1,292.
For prize redemption, players have the option to go to an accredited lottery house or to a Caixa agency. Gross amounts over R$ 2,259.20 can only be redeemed at the bank upon presentation of identification document, CPF, and bet receipt.