PowerBall and PowerBall Xtra Results | 18 August 2026
PowerBall and PowerBall Xtra Results | 18 August 2026 are now available for South African lottery players who entered Tuesday night’s draw.
The latest draw featured combined estimated jackpots of R102 million, giving players another opportunity to win a major cash prize. The advertised PowerBall jackpot was R88 million, while the PowerBall Xtra jackpot was estimated at R14 million.
Players who purchased tickets can use the numbers below to check their entries. It is important to compare your ticket carefully and confirm winning numbers through the official National Lottery channels before making any claim.
PowerBall results for Tuesday, 18 August 2026
The PowerBall and PowerBall Xtra Results | 18 August 2026 were released following the Tuesday evening draw.
The winning PowerBall numbers supplied for the draw are:
03, 07, 20, 31, 39
PowerBall: 13
Players should check all five main numbers as well as the PowerBall number because the prize category depends on how many numbers match the winning combination.
The PowerBall draw is held on Tuesdays and Fridays, with the live draw taking place at approximately 21:00. The Citizen has previously reported that PowerBall draws take place at 9pm and that ticket sales on draw days close at 20:30.
Lottery powerball result
For anyone searching for the lottery powerball result, Tuesday’s combination was 03, 07, 20, 31 and 39, with 13 drawn as the PowerBall.
The result should be checked against the original ticket rather than relying solely on numbers shared on social media or unofficial lottery pages.
Lottery powerball results
The lottery powerball results can determine whether a ticket qualifies for one of the available prize divisions. Matching all five main numbers and the PowerBall represents the jackpot-winning combination.
However, players should remember that matching fewer numbers can still qualify for a prize depending on the official prize structure.
PowerBall Xtra results for 18 August 2026
Alongside the main PowerBall draw, players also had the opportunity to participate in PowerBall Xtra.
The PowerBall Xtra numbers supplied for Tuesday, 18 August 2026, are:
07, 11, 18, 26, 31
PowerBall Xtra number: 12
The estimated PowerBall Xtra jackpot was R14 million, taking the combined advertised jackpots for the two games to approximately R102 million.
Players who purchased PowerBall Xtra entries should carefully compare these numbers with their tickets.
Lottery results for PowerBall: What players should know
The lottery results for PowerBall are particularly important after every Tuesday and Friday draw because thousands of South Africans check their tickets shortly after the winning numbers are announced.
PowerBall requires players to select five numbers from the available main-number pool and one PowerBall number. Players can select their own numbers or use Quick Pick, which generates numbers automatically.
The Citizen previously reported that PowerBall players select five numbers between 1 and 50, followed by a PowerBall number between 1 and 20.
For the PowerBall and PowerBall Xtra Results | 18 August 2026, players should therefore check both sets of numbers if they entered both games.
Lottery results PowerBall and ticket checking
When checking the lottery results PowerBall combination, players should keep their original ticket safe.
A lottery ticket is important proof of entry and should not be discarded simply because a player believes they have not won. Some prize categories may be overlooked if players only check for the jackpot combination.
Players should also avoid sharing photographs of tickets publicly if personal information or identifying details are visible.
Result PowerBall lottery: How to check your ticket
The result PowerBall lottery information can be checked through official National Lottery platforms and authorised lottery retailers.
Players should compare the numbers printed on their tickets with the official winning numbers. If there is uncertainty about a potential win, the ticket should be checked through an authorised channel before any decision is made.
The Citizen has also advised lottery players to verify results through the National Lottery website because published results can be subject to errors.
It is also important to remember that lottery participation is restricted to people aged 18 and older.
Results for PowerBall: How much does it cost?
A standard PowerBall entry costs R10 per board, including VAT, according to the information provided for this draw.
Players can also access PowerBall through selected banking applications, although applicable terms and conditions may differ.
Ticket purchases on draw days generally close before the draw begins. The previously published PowerBall guidance indicates an 20:30 ticket-sales deadline for Tuesday and Friday draws, ahead of the 21:00 draw.
Players should therefore avoid leaving purchases until the last few minutes.
What happens if you win?
Anyone who believes they have won should protect their ticket and follow the official claim process.
For online or banking-app entries, winners may receive notifications and instructions from the relevant service provider. Larger prizes may require additional verification and processing through the official lottery operator.
According to The Citizen’s previous guidance, winners of prizes above R250,000 are referred to Ithuba for payment, while winners above R50,000 can receive financial and trauma counselling.
The exact process can depend on how the ticket was purchased and the value of the prize.
PowerBall and PowerBall Xtra Results | 18 August 2026: Check carefully
The PowerBall and PowerBall Xtra Results | 18 August 2026 provide players with the numbers needed to check their Tuesday tickets.
PowerBall winning numbers
Main numbers: 03, 07, 20, 31, 39
PowerBall: 13
Estimated jackpot: R88 million
PowerBall Xtra winning numbers
Main numbers: 07, 11, 18, 26, 31
PowerBall Xtra: 12
Estimated jackpot: R14 million
Combined estimated jackpots: R102 million.
Players should remember that lottery results can change the financial circumstances of winners significantly, but winning is based entirely on chance. Previous winning numbers cannot predict future draws.
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Final reminder for PowerBall players
The results for PowerBall are useful for checking tickets, but players should always verify the numbers through an official National Lottery source before claiming a prize.
For Tuesday’s draw, the advertised PowerBall jackpot was R88 million and the PowerBall Xtra jackpot was R14 million. Together, the two jackpots represented approximately R102 million.
If your numbers match, keep your ticket secure and follow the official claim instructions. Players should also gamble responsibly and only spend money they can afford to lose.
The PowerBall and PowerBall Xtra Results | 18 August 2026 offer another reminder of why checking tickets carefully is important. Whether you played through a retailer, banking application or another authorised channel, always use official sources when confirming a potential win.
References
- The Citizen — PowerBall and PowerBall Xtra results: Tuesday, 18 August 2026
Read the full Citizen report - eNCA — PowerBall and PowerBall Xtra Results | 18 August 2026
Read the full eNCA report - The Citizen — PowerBall: R102 million jackpot up for grabs
Read the full Citizen report - Cape Town Etc — PowerBall results Tuesday, 18 August 2026
Read the Cape Town Etc report
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