The month of  October 2025 was packed with international tournaments, qualifiers, and season finales across continents. From the roar of cricket stadiums and the precision of badminton courts to the drama of Formula 1 circuits and the resilience of para-athletes, sport once again proved to be the world’s most unifying language. The following list offers a continent-wise look at the major sporting events and achievements that shaped October.

 

Asia was one of the busiest regions for sport in October 2025.

India hosted two major athletics meets: the World Para Athletics Championship in New Delhi from 27 September to 5 October, and the South Asian Athletics Championships in Ranchi from 24 to 26 October. The events showcased record-breaking performances and reaffirmed India’s growing position as a global sporting host.

In cricket, the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Qualifiers (Asia & EAP regions) took place across Oman and Nepal, with emerging teams like Nepal, PNG, and the UAE making headlines for their competitive play. The ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 continued its run through Asia, where India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh played decisive matches shaping the semifinal stage.

Badminton saw a strong month with the BWF World Junior Mixed Team Championships in Guwahati, India (6 – 11 October), followed by the Badminton Asia U17 & U15 Junior Championships in Chengdu, China (21 – 26 October). China and Indonesia topped the medal tables in both events.

Other major tournaments in Asia included the Pro Kabaddi League (Season 12), which maintained high television viewership, and the Asia Rugby Emirates Sevens Trophy in Oman, featuring 20 men’s and women’s national teams.

The IHF Men’s Club World Championship in Saudi Arabia crowned FC Barcelona as champions, marking the club’s continued dominance in handball. Meanwhile, the PSA World Tour Squash events, including the Open Squash Classic (10 October), featured some of the sport’s finest talents competing across Asia and the Middle East.

In motorsport, Formula 1’s Singapore Grand Prix (5 October) saw George Russell secure a hard-fought victory in humid street conditions, adding intensity to the championship chase.

Africa

Across Africa, October focused on football and athletics.The CAF Zone 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers saw key fixtures as teams like Nigeria, Senegal, and Morocco continued to dominate their groups. Olympic and continental athletics qualifiers also took place in Kenya and Ethiopia, where African runners continued to lead the world in middle- and long-distance events.

Rugby maintained strong regional momentum through the Africa Rugby Sevens Series, where Uganda and South Africa B teams participated for 2026 World Sevens qualification points. Several nations also hosted national championships in athletics and swimming as preparations for the Paris 2028 Olympic cycle intensified.

Europe

Europe offered a diverse sports calendar in October, blending elite tournaments and traditional sports. In rugby league, the Super League Grand Final at Old Trafford, Manchester (11 October) became historic when Hull Kingston Rovers defeated Wigan Warriors 24 – 6, completing a treble of titles including the League Leader’s Shield and Challenge Cup.

Tennis brought dramatic scenes at the Paris Masters, where Britain’s Cameron Norrie upset world No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz, altering ATP rankings ahead of the year-end championships.

Europe’s golf circuit moved through Spain and Portugal with wins from Rory McIlroy and Jon Rahm. Meanwhile, curling’s Grand Slam Series began its new season in Scotland and Sweden, setting the tone for Olympic qualifying runs.

The World Grand Prix of Darts concluded in Dublin, with Luke Humphries reaching his third straight final, defeating the young prodigy Luke Littler. European fans also witnessed a renewed appreciation for timber and lumberjack sports, particularly in Germany, where the Stihl Timbersports Championships were held in mid-October.

Domestic ice hockey leagues—Sweden’s SHL, Czech Extraliga, and KHL—moved into full season rhythm, highlighting Europe’s winter-sport traditions.

North America

October 2025 was a defining month for North American sport. In baseball, MLB postseason and World Series contests dominated headlines. The Toronto Blue Jays reached the World Series, while Los Angeles Dodgers’ postseason fight kept fans engaged through Game 7 thrillers.

Athletics featured the Pan American U20 Championships in Bogotá, Colombia (3 – 5 October), where the U.S. and Brazil shared top honors. In the water, World Aquatics Swimming World Cup stops in Carmel (USA) and Toronto (Canada) produced Olympic-qualifying performances.

The PGA Tour continued its fall swing with events in Las Vegas and Texas. Bowling crowned veterans at the PBA Fall Open (Detroit), where Walter Ray Williams Jr. won the senior title.

Motorsport drew global eyes as Formula 1 headed to Austin (19 October) for the U.S. Grand Prix—Max Verstappen won both sprint and main races.

The NHL season opened in early October across North America, while the NFL and college football schedules entered mid-season drama, keeping stadiums at full capacity.

South America

South America offered powerful performances in both track cycling and football. The UCI Track Cycling World Championships** in Santiago, Chile (22 – 26 October) delivered thrilling finishes as the Netherlands led the medal table ahead of Great Britain and Australia.

In football, CONMEBOL World Cup Qualifiers intensified with Brazil and Argentina retaining dominance in their groups, while Ecuador and Uruguay chased automatic qualification spots.

Baseball in the Caribbean remained active with World Baseball Classic qualifiers, featuring spirited regional rivalries.

Australia

In Oceania, October featured two of the region’s biggest sporting traditions: rugby league and cricket. The NRL Grand Final in Sydney (5 October) saw the Brisbane Broncos edge Melbourne Storm 26 – 22 to claim the premiership.

Cricket also featured prominently, with the West Indies tour of India continuing through October, featuring Tests and warm-up matches. Australia and New Zealand hosted surfing and water sports competitions, including the Queensland Sky Diving Nationals (15 – 20 October) and regional surf events on the Gold Coast.

 

Across continents, October’s competitions highlighted the diversity and energy of modern sport. October 2025 stood out as a month that linked stadiums across continents under one common thread — the spirit of sport itself.