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Thunderball Results: Latest Numbers and Prizes
The latest Thunderball draw took place on Wednesday 23 September 2026. The winning numbers were 8, 18, 21, 24 and 34, and the Thunderball was 1. Below you will find what each match pays, the most recent results and when the next draw takes place.
Latest Thunderball numbers
| Draw date | Main numbers | Thunderball |
|---|---|---|
| Wednesday 23 September 2026 | 8, 18, 21, 24, 34 | 1 |
Thunderball uses five main numbers from 1 to 39 and one Thunderball from 1 to 14. With fewer than three main numbers, you need the Thunderball to win a prize.
What each Thunderball match pays
| Match | Prize |
|---|---|
| 5 + Thunderball | £500,000 |
| 5 | £5,000 |
| 4 + Thunderball | £250 |
| 4 | £100 |
| 3 + Thunderball | £20 |
| 3 | £10 |
| 2 + Thunderball | £10 |
| 1 + Thunderball | £5 |
| Thunderball only | £3 |
Every Thunderball prize is a fixed amount, so what you win does not depend on how many other players match the same numbers. The odds of winning any prize are around 1 in 13 per line.
Previous Thunderball results
| Draw | Main numbers | Thunderball |
|---|---|---|
| Wed 23 Sep 2026 | 8, 18, 21, 24, 34 | 1 |
| Tue 22 Sep 2026 | 1, 10, 18, 32, 34 | 2 |
| Sat 19 Sep 2026 | 2, 15, 16, 29, 30 | 9 |
| Fri 18 Sep 2026 | 2, 4, 6, 8, 17 | 11 |
| Wed 16 Sep 2026 | 6, 9, 16, 20, 36 | 6 |
| Tue 15 Sep 2026 | 5, 12, 25, 29, 39 | 4 |
Results are added after every draw. If you play the same numbers each time, check older tickets too: National Lottery prizes can be claimed for 180 days after the draw.
When is the next Thunderball draw?
The next Thunderball draw is on Friday 25 September 2026. Draws take place every Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday evening at around 8pm, and ticket sales close at 7:30pm on draw nights. A line costs £1.
Draw games and instant-win games: the difference
Lotto, EuroMillions and Thunderball are draw games: you choose numbers and wait for the draw. Scratchcards, slots and Slingo are instant-win games: each play settles in seconds, and every game lists its rules and return to player (RTP) before you play.
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Frequently asked questions
What were the latest Thunderball numbers?
In the Wednesday 23 September 2026 draw the main numbers were 8, 18, 21, 24 and 34, and the Thunderball was 1.
How much do you win for just the Thunderball?
Matching the Thunderball alone pays £3, the lowest prize tier.
What days is Thunderball drawn?
Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday evenings. Ticket sales close at 7:30pm on draw nights.
How long do you have to claim a Thunderball prize?
You have 180 days from the draw date. Check your ticket on the official National Lottery website or app.
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