A Kericho farmer, Richard Kimutai Ngetich, has won Sh26.9 million in the SportPesa Midweek Jackpot after he correctly predicted all 13 matches.
Ngetich took home Sh26,987,606 in the latest jackpot win, describing the unexpected windfall as the fulfillment of a long-held belief that his persistence would eventually pay-off.
The Kericho resident said he had been playing the SportPesa Jackpot for some time and remained convinced that his efforts would one day bear fruit.
“I have been playing the SportPesa Jackpot for some time, and I always believed that, one day, God would make the big win happen,” Ngetich said.
Ngetich placed four bets—three through Quick Pick and one based on his own analysis. It was the carefully analyzed bet that eventually landed him the jackpot.
“I placed four bets, three through Quick Pick and one that I had carefully analysed. Luckily, I won from the one I had analyzed,” he said.
He said he placed the winning bet on Friday but did not check his phone until Sunday. When he eventually logged into his SportPesa account, he was stunned by the balance displayed.
“I could not believe it was my account. I did not even believe I had won until SportPesa called me,” said Ngetich.
The farmer now plans to use the winnings to secure a better future for his family. Among his priorities are building a family home, expanding his farming activities, and ensuring his children have decent housing.
Ngetich’s win adds to the growing list of Kenyan jackpot winners who have used their winnings to pursue personal and family ambitions, including investing in businesses, farming, and property.
The SportPesa Jackpot continues to offer players the opportunity to win substantial cash prizes by predicting football match outcomes, while supporting their personal ambitions, with previous winners using their winnings to improve their livelihoods and invest in long-term projects.
Ngetich’s story underscores how a single successful prediction can translate into significant financial gains for the lucky winners and their families.
By Ian Chepkuto
