How to Bet on SA Powerball
Betting on SA Powerball is quick once you know the three steps. You are placing a fixed-odds bet on the outcome of the Tuesday or Friday draw, not buying a ticket — choose what to back, set your stake, and the payout is locked in before you confirm.
Step by step
- Choose what to back — the five main numbers from 1 to 50, the Powerball from 1 to 20 on its own, or a combination of both.
- Add Powerball Plus if you want — the Powerball Plus draw on the same evening is an extra chance.
- Set your stake and confirm — before betting closes; the bet settles automatically when the result is in.
A worked example
Say you back two main numbers plus the Powerball for the Friday draw at a R10 stake. Both main numbers must be among the five drawn, and the Powerball must match, for the bet to win — the payout is shown at fixed odds before you confirm. Backing the Powerball on its own is a shorter-odds bet because it comes from the smaller pool. See the odds and payouts for how each market is priced, and the SA Powerball guide for the full picture.
Frequently asked questions
Can I bet on just the Powerball?
Yes. The Powerball is its own market, drawn from the smaller 1 to 20 pool, so you can back it on its own at shorter odds than a full combination.
When does betting close?
Before the draw on Tuesday and Friday evening. Place your bet in good time, as betting closes a while ahead of the 21:00 draw.