A lottery pool in Paraná successfully matched five of the six winning numbers in the Mega-Sena draw number 2972, which took place on Thursday night. The winning ticket was purchased at Loterias São Braz in Curitiba, where the pool claimed a prize of R$ 41,264.64. Despite this significant win, no player matched all six numbers, leading to an accumulation of the main jackpot which has now reached R$ 62 million for the next draw set for Saturday.

The numbers drawn in this latest Mega-Sena lottery were 09, 10, 15, 46, 49, and 51. The Mega-Sena is known for its frequent draws, occurring three times a week on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays at 9 PM. Players can place their bets at any lottery outlet throughout Brazil or through online services offered by Caixa Econômica Federal's internet banking, as well as the Loterias Caixa website and mobile applications, making it accessible to a wide audience.

To participate in the Mega-Sena, individuals must be over 18 years old, with a minimum bet of R$ 6 for six numbers. The more numbers a player selects, the higher the cost of the bet and the greater the chances of winning. As excitement builds around the upcoming draw with a substantial jackpot, participation continues to be high, reflecting the popularity of the Mega-Sena lottery across Brazil.