How to Play Thunderball
Game Overview
A UK National Lottery game offering a fixed top prize of ÂŖ500,000 with draws five nights a week.
Main Numbers
5 from 1-39
Thunderball
1 from 1-14
Draw Days
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Draw Time
20:15 ()
Step-by-Step Guide
- 1Choose your main numbers: Select 5 numbers from 1 to 39.
- 2Choose your Thunderball: Select 1 additional number from 1 to 14.
- 3Purchase your ticket: Buy your ticket from an authorised retailer or online through the official Thunderball website.
- 4Wait for the draw: Draws take place on Tuesday and Wednesday and Thursday and Friday and Saturday at 20:15.
- 5Check your results: Visit our Thunderball results page to see if you have won.
Odds of Winning
The overall odds of winning the Thunderball jackpot are approximately 1 in 8,060,598. There are multiple prize tiers available, giving you more chances to win smaller prizes.
Tips for Playing
- Set a budget and stick to it â only play what you can afford to lose
- Consider using our number generator for random selections
- Check our hot and cold numbers for frequency analysis
- Join a syndicate to increase your chances without spending more
- Always check official results to verify any wins