Apparently, Sharon usually chose the lotto number but this time around decided to switch things up.

National Lottery operator Ithuba announced that the winning ticket holder had come forward to collect his winnings on Tuesday.

He plans on investing the rest of the jackpot in a telecommunications company.

Sharon and Nigel Mather, Couple, R255 million, share cash, loved ones

Sharon and Nigel Mather won R255 million in the UK lottery. Images: GettySource: Getty Images

The lucky winner had bought his ticket mere hours before the draw took place.

TimesLIVE reported that the winner also plans on building a house for his family.

He also plans an exotic honeymoon once the pandemic is over.

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