SA PowerBall Plus Results — Friday, 15 May 2026
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These are the official, verified SA PowerBall Plus results for 15 May 2026. The draw took place on Friday, 15 May 2026 at 21:00 SAST using a dedicated independent machine — completely separate from the main PowerBall draw and its prize pool.
The PowerBall Plus winning numbers for 15 May 2026 were 17, 21, 25, 35, 37 with a PowerBall of 11. No player matched all 5 numbers + PowerBall, so the Division 1 jackpot rolled over to the next draw. A total of 264,799 players won prizes across all 9 divisions, sharing R 2,651,225.40 in total payouts.
Results sourced from verified Ithuba National Lottery draw records. Always confirm winning tickets via nationallottery.co.za or an authorised SA Lotto retailer. For informational and entertainment purposes only. Please gamble responsibly.
PowerBall Plus Prize Divisions & Payouts — 15 May 2026
Full Division 1–9 breakdown for the 15 May 2026 SA PowerBall Plus draw. Match as few as 0 main numbers + PowerBall (Division 9) to win a prize.
| Division | Match Required | Winners | Prize Per Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 + PowerBall | 5 Numbers + PowerBall | 0 | — |
| 25 Numbers | 5 of 5 (no PowerBall) | 2 | R 116,119.70 |
| 34 + PowerBall | 4 Numbers + PowerBall | 20 | R 7,271.40 |
| 44 Numbers | 4 of 5 (no PowerBall) | 474 | R 520.10 |
| 53 + PowerBall | 3 Numbers + PowerBall | 1,158 | R 240.70 |
| 63 Numbers | 3 of 5 (no PowerBall) | 21,030 | R 11.00 |
| 72 + PowerBall | 2 Numbers + PowerBall | 16,600 | R 10.50 |
| 81 + PowerBall | 1 Number + PowerBall | 86,038 | R 7.50 |
| 90 + PowerBall | PowerBall only | 139,477 | R 5.00 |
Full Draw Summary
| Draw Date | 15 May 2026 (Friday) |
| Draw Number | #1720 |
| Winning Numbers | 17, 21, 25, 35, 37 + PB 11 |
| Total Division Winners | 264,799 |
| Rollover Number | 0 |
| Total Prize Pool | R 5,817,417.50 |
| Total Ticket Sales | R 11,634,835.00 |
| Draw Machine | RNG 3 |
| Total Payout to Winners | R 2,651,225.40 |
How to Check Your PowerBall Plus Ticket — 15 May 2026
Before comparing your numbers, confirm you are eligible for the 15 May 2026 PowerBall Plus draw. This is an add-on game and requires a separate opt-in at purchase.
Compare your numbers to: 17, 21, 25, 35, 37 + PowerBall 11.
The minimum winning combination is 0 numbers + PowerBall (Division 9). Match all 5 numbers + PowerBall for the Division 1 jackpot. Refer to the prize table above for exact payout amounts per division.
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Use our free instant ticket checker — enter your 5 numbers and PowerBall to verify against the official 15 May 2026 results in seconds.
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Draw Analysis & Insights — 15 May 2026
Compared to the last 20 draws, where the average main-ball sum was 124, this draw's sum of 135 came in above the recent average. The number 21 returned after being absent for 11 consecutive draws — the longest gap among this draw's five main numbers. None of this draw's numbers came from the recent top-5 most frequent list — a reminder that frequency never predicts a draw.
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Frequently Asked Questions — PowerBall Plus 15 May 2026
What were the PowerBall Plus results for 15 May 2026? +
The official SA PowerBall Plus winning numbers for 15 May 2026 were 17, 21, 25, 35, 37, with a PowerBall of 11. These numbers were drawn using an independent 5/50 + 1/20 machine at 21:00 SAST on Friday, 15 May 2026.
Did PowerBall Plus roll over on 15 May 2026? +
Yes — the jackpot rolled over. No tickets matched all 5 numbers + PowerBall on 15 May 2026. The Division 1 jackpot pool rolls forward and will be added to the next scheduled PowerBall Plus draw, potentially growing to a larger sum.
How much was the total PowerBall Plus payout on 15 May 2026? +
The total payout across all 9 prize divisions for the 15 May 2026 SA PowerBall Plus draw was R 2,651,225.40, shared among 264,799 winning ticket holders. See the Division 1–9 table above for a full breakdown by division.
When does a winning ticket from 15 May 2026 expire? +
Winning SA PowerBall Plus tickets from the 15 May 2026 draw must be claimed by 15 May 2027 — exactly 365 days from the draw date. After this deadline, Ithuba will not honour unclaimed prizes. Do not delay — present your original, unaltered ticket at an authorised retailer (for prizes up to R49,999) or contact Ithuba directly for larger amounts.
Did any numbers repeat from the previous PowerBall Plus draw? +
Yes. The number 35 appeared in both this draw and the immediately preceding one. Each draw is independent, so repeats are a normal product of chance.