3 Connecticut Brothers Share $2M Mega Millions Prize After Matching All Five Numbers

Three brothers from Connecticut have claimed a $2 million Mega Millions prize after matching all five white balls in the October 24 drawing, according to the Connecticut Lottery. The winning ticket was purchased at a Stop & Shop in Danbury, making it one of the state’s biggest non-jackpot wins this year.

The brothers said they plan to invest the money responsibly, each taking home roughly $666,666. Their decision to split the winnings equally came with a heartfelt reason — they told lottery officials that their mother would have been “upset” if they hadn’t shared it.

How the $2M Mega Millions Prize Was Won

According to a Connecticut Lottery spokesperson, one of the brothers bought the ticket at the Stop & Shop located at 44 Lake Avenue Extension in Danbury. The ticket matched all five white ball numbers — 11, 18, 31, 51, and 56 — in the October 24 Mega Millions drawing. Although they didn’t hit the gold Mega Ball, they had added the 2X multiplier feature, doubling their second-tier $1 million prize to $2 million.

The Connecticut Lottery confirmed the win on Tuesday, November 11, 2025. Each brother claimed an equal share, receiving approximately two-thirds of a million dollars before taxes. The group reportedly intends to use the winnings for investments and family purposes. “We’re doing this together,” one brother said during the claim process, adding that it was important to honor their mother’s wishes to stay united.

Current Mega Millions Jackpot and Odds

As of Tuesday, the Mega Millions jackpot stands at $900 million, which lottery officials say ranks as the eighth-largest in the game’s history. The next drawing will be held on Tuesday night at 11 p.m. Eastern Time. Players can win at nine prize levels, ranging from $2 to the jackpot, with overall odds of 1 in 23.1 and odds of hitting the jackpot at 1 in 302,575,350.

Lottery officials continue to remind players that participants must be at least 18 years old to purchase tickets in Connecticut. Anyone struggling with gambling addiction can reach the Connecticut Council on Problem Gambling through its hotline or website.

Big Wins Continue in Connecticut

This win marks another lucky streak for Connecticut players this fall. Just weeks earlier, another resident won $1 million from a Mega Millions ticket — a day before their 60th birthday. With the current jackpot approaching the billion-dollar mark, state retailers have reported increased ticket sales across cities including Hartford, Danbury, and New Haven.

For the three brothers, their shared victory not only brought financial comfort but also reinforced their family’s bond — a story that turned a random draw into a meaningful celebration of unity and gratitude.

FYI (keeping you in the loop)-

Q1: How much did each brother receive from the $2M Mega Millions prize?

Each brother received roughly $666,666 before taxes after splitting the $2 million prize equally.

Q2: Where was the winning Mega Millions ticket purchased?

The winning ticket was bought at a Stop & Shop on 44 Lake Avenue Extension in Danbury, Connecticut.

Q3: When was the winning Mega Millions drawing held?

The ticket matched all five white balls from the October 24, 2025 drawing.

Q4: What were the winning numbers for the drawing?

The winning numbers were 11, 18, 31, 51, and 56, with a 2X multiplier applied.

Q5: What is the next Mega Millions jackpot amount?

The current jackpot is $900 million, the eighth-largest in Mega Millions history.