Boxing Day brought the promise of a multi-million-pound windfall for UK lottery players, as a colossal £46 million EuroMillions jackpot was up for grabs. The draw took place on Thursday, December 26, 2025, offering one lucky ticket holder the chance to secure a fortune just after Christmas.
Tonight's EuroMillions and Thunderball Draw Details
The cut-off for entries was 7:45 pm, with the main draw following at 8:45 pm. To claim the top prize of £46 million, players needed to match all five main numbers plus the two Lucky Star numbers. Importantly, if multiple players successfully match the winning combination, they will all receive the full jackpot amount, sharing the multi-million-pound prize.
Alongside the main EuroMillions event, a Thunderball draw also occurred. This separate game gives participants the opportunity to win a fixed top prize of £500,000, regardless of how many other winners there are.
How to Check If You're a Winner
Players are now urged to check their tickets carefully against the officially published numbers. The excitement surrounding such a significant post-Christmas jackpot typically leads to a surge in ticket sales, as many dream of starting the New Year with unimaginable wealth. The rules ensure the prize pool is distributed fairly, meaning a shared win still delivers a life-changing sum to each winner.
This Boxing Day bonanza continues the tradition of special lottery draws during the festive period, providing an extra layer of anticipation during the holidays. Whether the jackpot was won tonight or rolls over to an even larger sum, the draw has undoubtedly created new millionaires or set the stage for an even bigger prize in the next draw.
