Powerball tickets are now available for purchase in the United Kingdom, marking the first international expansion of the lottery game [1, 2, 3].
This move allows UK players to compete for the same massive jackpots as players in the U.S., potentially accelerating the growth of prize pools. By opening the game to a new global market, organizers aim to boost overall ticket sales and increase the frequency of record-breaking jackpots [2, 3, 5].
Ticket sales officially began on Tuesday, July 21, 2026 [2, 4]. The first drawing open to players in the UK took place on Wednesday, July 22, 2026 [2, 3].
"We are thrilled to bring Powerball to UK players and to work with Allwyn UK to make this happen," said Andria Vidler, CEO of Allwyn UK and The National Lottery [1].
Retailers across the United Kingdom began stocking the tickets on the launch date [2]. A spokesperson for the Multi-State Lottery Association said Wednesday night's drawing was the first open to players in the UK [3].
The expansion coincided with a period of significant jackpot growth. After the international launch, the Powerball jackpot reached $567 million [6]. By Aug. 1, 2026, the jackpot had climbed further to $707 million [7].
The operation in the UK is managed by Allwyn UK and The National Lottery, the entities responsible for integrating the U.S.-based game into the British retail landscape [1, 2].
“"We are thrilled to bring Powerball to UK players," said Andria Vidler.”
The entry of Powerball into the UK market represents a strategic shift toward the globalization of high-stakes lotteries. By tapping into a new demographic of players, the Multi-State Lottery Association can drive jackpots to higher peaks more quickly, which typically increases consumer interest and ticket demand across all participating regions.
