1. Ricky and Natalie
2. Ian and Jade
Those two are clearly the best dancers in my opinion, and I feel they are capable of producing something "a bit special"..let's face it, that's what we look foward to every year. Ricky seems a "natural"..probably the best male celeb we have seen at the early stages of the contest. I don't see why he should be castigated for that..did people say the same about Jill Halfpenny ?
Jade is improving ever week, but this week will be her biggest test. Nail the jive and she will be in with a shout.
I'm not sure about number 3. I have a fear that Ali might be this year's Rachel. I liked her in the beginning, but a bit less "simpering" please Ali. Simper..I looked it up to make sure.."to smile in a silly, self-conscious, often coy manner".That's about right.
Of the rest, I'm not too bothered. I have a small bet on Laila, but can't really see her winning. Ricky G, Phil, Chris and Natalie are all likeable characters..even Craig is not quite as bad as some people seem to suggest.