As the Powerball jackpot climbs to a staggering $358 million for the upcoming drawing on Monday, October 27, 2025, excitement is sweeping the nation. With a cash option of $170.7 million before taxes, hopeful players across the United States are once again lining up for a chance at life-changing wealth. But just how close did anyone come to winning the big prize on Saturday, October 25? And how does the Powerball phenomenon continue to capture the imagination—and wallets—of millions?
According to The Economic Times, the winning numbers for the October 25 drawing were 2, 12, 22, 39, 67, with the Powerball number 15 and a Power Play multiplier of 2X. Despite the anticipation, no ticket matched all six numbers, leaving the $343.9 million jackpot unclaimed. That means the top prize rolls over, swelling to the new $358 million figure for the next drawing. The odds of hitting the jackpot remain daunting—just 1 in 292.2 million—but that hasn’t dampened the nation’s enthusiasm.
Powerball is played in 45 states plus Washington, DC, Puerto Rico, and the US Virgin Islands, making it one of the most widely available lottery games in the country. Each ticket costs $2, with an optional $1 Power Play that can multiply non-jackpot prizes by up to 5X—or even 10X if the jackpot is under $150 million. Players pick five numbers from 1 to 69 for the white balls and one number from 1 to 26 for the red Powerball, or they can let the lottery machine randomly generate their numbers with a quick pick.
Despite the elusive jackpot, plenty of players walked away with smaller prizes on Saturday. As reported by 10TV in Columbus, Ohio, the state saw a flurry of winners: 19 people claimed $200, 31 won $100, 523 took home $14, 5,665 secured $8, 981 received $7, and a whopping 10,797 players won $4 each. The overall odds of winning any prize in Powerball are 1 in 24.87, making modest wins much more common than the headline-grabbing jackpot.
Some players did come tantalizingly close to the ultimate prize. According to reporting from USA Today, a ticket sold in Minnesota matched all five white balls, netting a $1 million prize. Even more impressively, a ticket in Virginia matched all five white balls and the Power Play, doubling the prize to $2 million. These stories serve as a reminder that life-changing sums aren’t just reserved for the jackpot winner—though, of course, that’s the dream that keeps so many coming back week after week.
Powerball’s national reach means that lottery fever isn’t limited to one region. In Texas, Texas Lottery reported the same winning numbers—2, 12, 22, 39, 67, Powerball 15, Power Play 2—for Saturday’s drawing, and noted that the next drawing would take place on Monday, October 27, at 10:12 p.m. local time. Meanwhile, in Arizona, The Arizona Republic highlighted that Powerball tickets cost $2 per play, with the Power Play option available for an additional dollar. Drawings there occur at 7:59 p.m. Arizona time on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.
For those wondering how to get in on the action, tickets can be purchased in person at gas stations, convenience stores, grocery stores, and even some airport terminals. But the digital age has brought new convenience: in select states, including Arizona, New York, Ohio, and several others, players can buy their tickets online through the Jackpocket app. This app allows users to select their game and numbers, place orders, view tickets, and even collect winnings—all from their phone or computer. As The Economic Times notes, this digital option is gaining popularity, especially among younger players who prefer to do everything online.
But what happens if you do win? Claiming a prize varies by state and amount. In South Dakota, for example, South Dakota Lottery explains that prizes of $100 or less can be redeemed at any lottery retailer, while larger prizes must be claimed at a lottery office or by mail. Jackpot-winning tickets for Powerball or Mega Millions must be presented in person at the lottery office in Pierre. Arizona has a similar system, with smaller prizes redeemable at retailers and larger sums requiring a visit to a lottery office or submission by mail, along with proper identification.
For those keeping an eye on other lottery games, the weekend was busy across the country. South Dakota’s Lucky For Life game drew the numbers 02, 08, 11, 24, 30, with Lucky Ball 10 on October 26, while Arizona’s Pick 3, Fantasy 5, and Triple Twist games also posted fresh results. But it’s Powerball that continues to grab national headlines, especially when the jackpot soars into the hundreds of millions.
Of course, lottery officials are quick to remind players to participate responsibly. The odds of winning the Powerball jackpot are astronomical—1 in 292,201,338, according to 10TV—and even the odds of matching all five white balls for a $1 million prize are just 1 in 11,688,053. Still, for many, the thrill of possibility is worth the price of admission.
“Powerball continues to capture national attention,” noted The Economic Times, especially after the record-setting $1.787 billion jackpot on September 6, which was split between tickets from Missouri and Texas. That drawing marked the second-largest prize in U.S. history and only fueled further excitement for subsequent games.
For those eager to try their luck, deadlines to purchase tickets vary by state. In New Jersey, sales close at 9:59 p.m. on the day of the drawing, while in New York, the cutoff is 10 p.m. Players are advised not to wait until the last minute, as demand can be high—especially when the jackpot reaches such eye-popping sums.
As Monday’s drawing approaches, millions will be dreaming of matching those six elusive numbers. Will someone finally claim the $358 million prize, or will the jackpot continue its upward march? Only time—and a little bit of luck—will tell.
