Powerball Winning Numbers – 8 October 2025

The Powerball lottery drawing on October 8, 2025, has increased more suspense in the minds of lottery players all over America. As always, players are now checking tickets to see if they are lucky enough to have a number that won a prize. Whether players are regulars or play occasionally, it always fun to check numbers to see if they got lucky.

Powerball Winning Numbers for October 8, 2025

The winning number from tonight’s drawing was:

• 8, 10, 44, 48, 54
• Powerball 14
• Power Play 2x

If you matched all of the five numbers and the Powerball you can now go ahead and collect the jackpot! If you didn’t match all of the winning numbers then keep in mind there are smaller payouts if you matched some of the winning numbers, so it is worth checking those numbers.

How to Claim Your Powerball Prize

It is easy to collect your prizes when you take the following steps: 

• Make sure you sign the back of your ticket as soon as you can! 
• Keep your ticket safe until you collect your prize. 
• If you have a smaller prize, please collect it from an authorized retailer. 
• If you have a larger prize, you must claim it at your state lottery office. 
• Make sure you speak to your financial adviser before claiming larger prizes. 

By following these helpful hints, your prize will be safeguarded and easier to claim.

Powerball Prize Breakdown

Powerball rewards participants across all levels; the jackpot is not the only prize. 

• Match 5 + Powerball: Jackpot!
• Match 5: $1,000,000
• Match 4 + Powerball: $50,000
• Match 4: $100
• Match 3 + Powerball: $100
• Match 3 or 2 + Powerball: $7
• Match 1 + Powerball or Powerball only: $4

In this draw, we had Power Play 2x, which doubles ALL non-jackpot prizes and adds another level of excitement for those smaller wins.

Where to Buy Powerball Tickets

You can buy Powerball tickets through authorized retailers that are located only in participating states in the U.S.  In some states, you may purchase your tickets on-line, through state lottery websites.  Always remember to: 

• Purchase through retail locations that are authorized and trusted. 
• Remember to check the draw date. 
• Play responsibly, within you means, and have fun! 
• Everyone wants to play the game safely and free from undue stress.

Common Mistakes to Avoid When Playing

There are a multitude of errors that can happen when playing, such as simply losing your ticket, sharing your ticket number, or being overly generous with your spending. You should always follow these rules:

• If won, keep your ticket safe.
• If won, sign your ticket on the back.
• Do not spend more than you can afford.

If you can avoid these errors, you will enjoy the game with less worry

How to Verify your Powerball Ticket

Checking your ticket is actually very easy. You can:

• Visit the official Powerball website.
• Check your trusted app for lotteries.
• Check local news affiliates for results.

Always double check the numbers carefully, to ensure you do not miss any winnings.

ALSO READ: Powerball Jackpot Soars to $244M for October 11, 2025 Draw

Responsible Play

It can be fun to play Powerball while being a responsible player. Just play with money you can afford to lose, and do not play the lottery under any circumstances as a means to get rich. Make a budget for how much you'll spend and stick to your budget. Play the lottery for the entertainment value only. Responsible play means you will have a fun experience without stress or financial concern.