UK lottery with flexible betting. Pick 1-5 numbers from 1-49. Draws at lunchtime and teatime daily.
Country
UK
Format
Pick 6 from 1-49 + 1 Booster from 1-49
Draw Schedule
UK 49s has two daily draws: the Lunchtime draw at 12:49 PM UK time and the Teatime draw at 5:49 PM UK time (4:49 PM during winter)
UK 49s is a unique daily lottery game based in the United Kingdom that stands apart from traditional lotteries due to its flexible betting format. Unlike conventional lotteries where you buy a ticket with fixed odds and prizes, UK 49s allows players to choose how many numbers they bet on (from 1 to 5) and set their own stake amount. This flexibility makes it extremely popular worldwide, particularly in South Africa, where it has a massive following. The game draws 6 main numbers plus a Booster ball from a pool of 1 to 49 twice daily.
UK 49s is a betting game rather than a traditional lottery. Choose between 1 and 5 numbers from 1 to 49. You can also include the Booster ball in your selection. Set your stake amount, and your potential winnings depend on how many numbers you choose and your stake. The fewer numbers you bet on, the higher the odds payout. You can play the Lunchtime draw, Teatime draw, or both.
UK 49s has two daily draws: the Lunchtime draw at 12:49 PM UK time and the Teatime draw at 5:49 PM UK time (4:49 PM during winter). Draws take place 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
UK 49s uses a fixed-odds betting format. Payouts depend on how many numbers you select and whether you include the Booster. Betting on 1 number pays about 6/1, while betting on 5 numbers pays approximately 100,000/1. Including the Booster ball increases the chances of winning but reduces the payout odds.
UK 49s offers better odds than most national lotteries because you can choose how many numbers to bet on. Betting on fewer numbers (1-2) gives you a reasonable chance of winning, while betting on more numbers offers larger payouts. The Booster ball acts as a safety net, giving you an extra chance to match.
UK 49s has been running since 1996 and is operated by 49s Limited. Unlike the National Lottery, it is a licensed betting product rather than a traditional lottery draw. The game gained enormous international popularity, particularly in South Africa and other African countries, through online bookmakers.
The Lunchtime draw is at 12:49 PM UK time and the Teatime draw is at 5:49 PM UK time (4:49 PM in winter), every day.
UK 49s is a fixed-odds betting game where you choose how many numbers to bet on and set your own stake, unlike traditional lotteries with fixed ticket prices.
Yes, UK 49s is extremely popular in South Africa and can be played through licensed bookmakers and betting shops.
The Booster ball is a 7th number drawn after the main 6 numbers. You can choose to include it in your bet for an extra chance to match.