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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

  1. 1Choose your main numbers: Select 5 numbers from 1 to 39.
  2. 2Choose your Thunderball: Select 1 additional number from 1 to 14.
  3. 3Purchase your ticket: Buy your ticket from an authorised retailer or online through the official Thunderball website.
  4. 4Wait for the draw: Draws take place on Tuesday and Wednesday and Thursday and Friday and Saturday at 20:15.
  5. 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 — 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