No one hit the jackpot in the latest Powerball drawing held on Wednesday, October 8, 2025. The winning Powerball numbers were 8, 10, 44, 48, 54, and the red Powerball was 14. The Power Play multiplier was 2X, according to the official Powerball website.
With no grand prize winner, the Powerball jackpot has now climbed to an estimated $244 million ahead of the next drawing on Saturday, October 11, 2025. Players who opt for the lump sum cash option would take home approximately $114.2 million before taxes.
Winning Powerball Numbers for October 8, 2025
The October 8 drawing did not produce a jackpot or any “Match 5” $1 million winners. This means no ticket matched all five white balls and the red Powerball. However, thousands of players nationwide still won smaller prizes across the nine prize tiers.
The Powerball drawing was conducted at 10:59 p.m. ET, as part of the game’s regular schedule that takes place every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday night. Players in 45 states, along with Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, took part in the draw.
What Happens Next for the Powerball Jackpot?
Since there was no jackpot winner, the grand prize rolls over to the next drawing. The jackpot is now worth an estimated $244 million, continuing the upward climb that has captured nationwide attention.
Lottery enthusiasts will have another chance to become the next multimillionaire on Saturday, October 11. To win the jackpot, a player must match all five white balls and the red Powerball. Smaller prizes range from $4 to $1 million, depending on how many numbers are matched.
How to Play and Where to Buy Powerball Tickets
Each Powerball ticket costs $2. Players can add the Power Play option for an additional $1 to multiply non-jackpot prizes by up to 10 times. There’s also a Double Play feature available in some jurisdictions for another $1, giving players a second chance to win up to $10 million.
Tickets can be purchased at authorized retailers such as gas stations, supermarkets, and convenience stores. Some states, including Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana, also allow online ticket purchases through official lottery websites.
Powerball Odds and Draw Schedule
The odds of winning the Powerball jackpot are approximately 1 in 292.2 million. Drawings are held three times a week — every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday — at 10:59 p.m. ET. Sales close one to two hours before each drawing, depending on local regulations.
With no winner on October 8, the excitement now builds toward Saturday’s $244 million jackpot — a life-changing prize that could make one lucky player an instant multimillionaire.
FYI (keeping you in the loop)-
Q1: What were the winning Powerball numbers for October 8, 2025?
The winning numbers were 8, 10, 44, 48, 54, and the Powerball was 14. The Power Play was 2X.
Q2: Did anyone win the Powerball jackpot on October 8?
No, there were no jackpot or Match 5 winners in the October 8 drawing.
Q3: What is the current Powerball jackpot amount?
The estimated jackpot for the next drawing on October 11, 2025, is $244 million with a $114.2 million cash option.
Q4: When is the next Powerball drawing?
The next Powerball drawing will be held on Saturday, October 11, 2025, at 10:59 p.m. ET.
Q5: What are the odds of winning the Powerball jackpot?
The odds of winning the jackpot are approximately 1 in 292.2 million.
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