R188m up for grabs as PowerBall and PowerBall XTRA roll over for sixth time

R188 million in combined prize money is on offer for the PowerBall and PowerBall XTRA draw on Friday 26 June 2026 after a sixth consecutive rollover under the new operator, according to The South African.

What’s at stake

According to The South African, the total prize pool stands at R188 million, split as R136 million for PowerBall XTRA and R52 million for the main PowerBall.

Rollovers and game changes

According to The South African, this is the sixth consecutive PowerBall rollover since the new operator took over. The South African reports that the new system was introduced with promises of fewer rollovers and higher jackpots, but rollovers have continued.

According to The South African, the game mechanics have also changed: players now pick five numbers from 1 to 50, and the PowerBall number now ranges from 1 to 16, changed from a previous range of 1 to 20.

Cost to play

According to The South African, entry now costs R10 per line. The South African also reports that adding PowerBall XTRA which is required to be eligible for the R136 million XTRA prize costs R5.

Recent notable result

According to The South African, Sizekhaya’s first-ever PowerBall draw at the start of the month produced a R130 million winner.

Last draw recap

The South African published the most recent winning numbers from Tuesday 23 June 2026 as follows. PowerBall: 16, 25, 32, 33, 50 with PowerBall 11. PowerBall XTRA: 03, 25, 27, 39, 40 with PowerBall 04.

How to play and claiming rules

According to The South African, tickets can be purchased in-store or digitally through banking apps, and by creating an online account with Sizekhaya or via a bank app. If buying from a lottery outlet, sales close at 20:30 on the day of the draw. Players must be 18 years of age to play.

According to The South African, winners must claim their prizes within 365 days of the date of the draw. The South African also lists the standard claiming requirements: have the winning ticket with the correct serial number, possess valid proof of ID and have a valid South African bank account.

Good luck

With R188 million available and six rollovers behind it, the Friday draw will determine whether the jackpot pays out or continues to grow.