Powerball Expands to the UK: A New Era for Lottery Enthusiasts

Tue Apr 14 2026 23:27:14 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

The popular American lottery game Powerball is set to launch in the UK this summer, allowing players across England, Scotland, and beyond to participate and vie for the jackpot.

In a historic move, Powerball is expanding its reach to include players in the UK. Following an agreement between the Multi-State Lottery Association and Allwyn UK, the famous lottery game will now allow UK residents to buy tickets and compete for the same jackpot as American players. This expansion aims to create larger jackpots and enhance the gaming experience for all participants. UK players can expect potentially life-changing winnings, although jackpot payouts will differ due to currency conversion. The decision is part of a broader strategy to keep Powerball relevant and exciting for global audiences.

In a historic expansion, Powerball, the iconic American lottery game, is set to cross the Atlantic and include players from the United Kingdom this summer.

This move follows a recently announced agreement between the Multi-State Lottery Association, which oversees the game in the U.S., and Allwyn UK, the operator of the UK’s National Lottery. However, the deal still requires approval from the UK gambling commission.

Marking the first time a lottery beyond U.S. borders contributes to the Powerball jackpot, this expansion is expected to generate quicker jackpot growth.

As stated by Matt Strawn, CEO of the Iowa Lottery, We’re constantly seeking ways to keep Powerball both culturally and commercially relevant. This expansion represents a natural progression to achieving that goal. No changes will occur for current U.S. players, who will continue to pay $2 per ticket and face odds of winning the jackpot at 1 in 292.2 million.

As UK players begin purchasing tickets, it is anticipated that the player pool will increase, leading to more rapid jackpot growth, which enhances overall excitement around the game. Strawn noted, Players have consistently expressed a desire for faster-growing Powerball jackpots in surveys. Higher jackpots lead to increased participation, which ladders up to even bigger prizes.

This partnership aims to offer UK players significantly higher jackpots than what is available through existing lotteries in the country and Europe. For context, the largest Powerball payout reached over $2 billion from a ticket sold in California in 2022, whereas the biggest prize in the EuroMillions for a UK player was £195 million ($265 million) in the same year.

Andria Vidler, Chief Executive of Allwyn UK, emphasized the ambition behind this move, stating, Our goal is to introduce more games, innovation, and excitement to the UK National Lottery, and Powerball fits that vision perfectly with its life-changing prize opportunities and substantial benefits for good causes.

Although the jackpot amounts will be identical for both countries, estimated figures may vary due to currency conversion rates and tax implications. Notably, UK Powerball jackpots will be distributed over thirty years, while U.S. winners can opt for a cash payout or an annuity.

Drawings for the lottery will occur three times a week, continuing the established schedule of Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays. With this expansion, Powerball continues to solidify its place as a leader in the global lottery landscape.