The Tennessee Lottery held its highly anticipated Powerball and Cash4Life drawings on February 12, 2025, giving players across the state a shot at life-changing prizes. With millions of dollars on the line, these lottery games continue to generate excitement and hope for thousands of participants.
In this article, we will break down the winning numbers for both games, discuss the jackpot details, and provide insights into how to play and increase your chances of winning.
Powerball Winning Numbers for Feb. 12, 2025
The winning numbers for the Powerball drawing on February 12, 2025, were:
- 21 – 32 – 36 – 45 – 49
- Powerball: 18
- Power Play Multiplier: 2X
The estimated jackpot for this drawing stood at $154 million, with a cash option of $71.4 million. Powerball jackpots start at $20 million and increase based on ticket sales and rollovers when no jackpot winner is drawn.
Did Anyone Win the Powerball Jackpot?
As of now, it is unclear whether a lucky player matched all six numbers to claim the jackpot. The official confirmation will come after ticket validation. If no winner emerges, the jackpot will continue to grow for the next drawing.
Even if no one wins the grand prize, millions of dollars are still awarded in smaller prizes across multiple tiers. Players who match five numbers (without the Powerball) win $1 million, which can increase to $2 million with the Power Play option.
Powerball Prize Breakdown
The Powerball game offers nine ways to win. Below is a breakdown of the possible winnings:
- Jackpot – Match all 5 numbers + Powerball
- $1 million – Match all 5 numbers (without Powerball)
- $50,000 – Match 4 numbers + Powerball
- $100 – Match 4 numbers
- $100 – Match 3 numbers + Powerball
- $7 – Match 3 numbers
- $7 – Match 2 numbers + Powerball
- $4 – Match 1 number + Powerball
- $4 – Match Powerball only
The Power Play option multiplies non-jackpot prizes by up to 10X when applicable, except for the Match 5 prize, which caps at $2 million.
Cash4Life Winning Numbers for Feb. 12, 2025
The Cash4Life drawing for February 12, 2025, produced the following winning numbers:
- 20 – 24 – 34 – 49 – 58
- Cash Ball: 1
Cash4Life Grand Prize Details
Cash4Life offers two major prize tiers:
- $1,000 per day for life – Matching all 5 numbers plus the Cash Ball
- $1,000 per week for life – Matching all 5 numbers without the Cash Ball
If multiple winners are drawn in either prize category, the prize may be split, or a lump sum option may be available.
Cash4Life Prize Breakdown
Cash4Life offers several prize levels beyond the grand prizes, making it a popular option for lottery enthusiasts:
- Match 5 + Cash Ball – $1,000 a day for life
- Match 5 – $1,000 a week for life
- Match 4 + Cash Ball – $2,500
- Match 4 – $500
- Match 3 + Cash Ball – $100
- Match 3 – $25
- Match 2 + Cash Ball – $10
- Match 2 – $4
Cash4Life gives players daily opportunities to win substantial prizes and secure long-term financial stability.
How to Play Powerball and Cash4Life in Tennessee
Powerball
Powerball tickets cost $2 per play and can be purchased at authorized Tennessee Lottery retailers. Players select five numbers from 1 to 69 and a Powerball number from 1 to 26. The Power Play option costs an additional $1 and increases non-jackpot winnings.
Powerball drawings are held on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday at 10:59 PM ET. Players must buy tickets before the cutoff time, which varies by location.
Cash4Life
Cash4Life tickets cost $2 per play. Players pick five numbers from 1 to 60 and one Cash Ball number from 1 to 4.
Cash4Life drawings take place daily at 9:00 PM ET. Players can choose Quick Pick for random number selection or manually select their numbers.
Odds of Winning Powerball and Cash4Life
Understanding the odds can help players make informed decisions when participating in these lotteries.
Powerball Odds
- Jackpot (Match 5 + Powerball) – 1 in 292,201,338
- Match 5 (without Powerball) – 1 in 11,688,053
- Match 4 + Powerball – 1 in 913,129
- Match 4 – 1 in 36,525
- Match 3 + Powerball – 1 in 14,494
- Match 3 – 1 in 580
- Match 2 + Powerball – 1 in 701
- Match 1 + Powerball – 1 in 92
- Match Powerball only – 1 in 38
Cash4Life Odds
- Jackpot (Match 5 + Cash Ball) – 1 in 21,846,048
- Match 5 – 1 in 7,282,016
- Match 4 + Cash Ball – 1 in 79,440
- Match 4 – 1 in 26,480
- Match 3 + Cash Ball – 1 in 1,471
- Match 3 – 1 in 490
- Match 2 + Cash Ball – 1 in 83
- Match 2 – 1 in 28
Claiming Prizes in Tennessee
Where to Claim
- Prizes up to $600 can be claimed at any authorized Tennessee Lottery retailer.
- Prizes above $600 must be claimed at a Tennessee Lottery claim center or mailed in.
- Jackpots and lifetime prizes require an in-person claim at the Tennessee Lottery headquarters in Nashville.
Tax Information
Lottery winnings above $600 are subject to federal taxes. Winnings above $5,000 are subject to 24% federal withholding tax, and Tennessee does not impose a state lottery tax.
Tips for Playing Responsibly
Playing the lottery can be fun, but it’s essential to gamble responsibly. Here are some best practices:
- Set a budget and only spend what you can afford to lose.
- Avoid chasing losses or spending more than planned.
- Remember that lottery games are based on chance. There is no guaranteed strategy for winning.
- Consider joining a lottery pool to increase your chances without spending extra money.
Conclusion
The Tennessee Lottery Powerball and Cash4Life drawings for February 12, 2025, brought excitement to players statewide. While the jackpot results are still pending confirmation, thousands of participants won smaller prizes.
Both Powerball and Cash4Life offer multiple ways to win, with millions of dollars awarded weekly. Whether you’re a seasoned lottery player or a newcomer, these games provide an opportunity to dream big.
