Thunderball
Thunderball is a lottery draw game. This page sums up where it comes from, when it is drawn, how a line is played and how prizes work.
Key facts
- Country or region: United Kingdom
- Draw days: Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday
- Number format: 5 numbers from 1 to 39, plus 1 Thunderball from 1 to 14
How to play
- Choose 5 main numbers from 1 to 39, or use a quick pick to let the system choose for you.
- Add 1 Thunderball from 1 to 14.
- Decide how many draws you want to enter, then confirm your entry before ticket sales close.
- After the draw, compare your numbers with the official results. Prizes are paid for full and partial matches.
Prizes and jackpots
Thunderball pays prizes in several tiers. The jackpot goes to entries that match every number needed for the top tier, and smaller prizes are paid for partial matches, with the extra numbers deciding some of the tiers. The jackpot changes every draw: it grows when nobody wins it and resets after a win, so check the current amount on the partner site before you play. Lower prizes can also vary with ticket sales and the number of winners.