Big Ticket Abu Dhabi: Dubai driver from Kerala wins Dh150,000 with free ticket

Abu Dhabi: An Indian expat based in Dubai is among the latest winners of the Big Ticket Abu Dhabi weekly e-draw series 276, bagging a prize of Dh150,000.

Naushadh Chathery, a 37-year-old house driver from Kerala, has been living in Dubai for the past 15 years while his family remains in his hometown.

He first heard about Big Ticket 20 years ago and has been purchasing tickets ever since – sometimes on his own, and other times with a group of 10 friends. When show host Richard called to break the news, he didn’t answer despite several attempts. However, the team eventually managed to reach him.

“I am truly happy. Even though it’s a small win, it has given me hope to keep trying,” said Chathery.

For this draw, he opted for the ‘Buy 2, Get 4 Free’ bundle with his friends, and it was one of the free tickets that led to their win.

“We plan to split the cash prize among our group, and I’ll be saving my share. My aim now is to win the grand prize, so I’ll continue buying tickets.”

While three weekly draws are over and only one more remains before the grand finale, all eyes are on the Dh25 million grand prize, which will be awarded during the live draw on July 3. On the same day, three winners will also walk away with Dh75,000 each as consolation prizes. Tickets are available online at www.bigticket.ae or at counters located at Zayed International Airport and Al Ain Airport.