Of the top 3 I see little to choose between Matt and Kara, both are excellent and I like them both but not keen on their partners.

Love Natalie but Scott doesn't engage me though I acknowledge his ability.

tbh I wasn't impressed at his failure to take Gav's comments last week in the jocular spirit intended - nor do I find his animal antics amusing. To me they seem to confirm a mediocre actor.

You only have to watch EastEnders to know this.

Don't watch it - now I know why.

I think most of us would like to see Ann go tonight

I disagree. One bad dance does not a bad dancer make. Scott's best is in a different league to Matt's best, from what we've seen so far that is, and that's what counts for me. But Kara's best is above them all in my opinion.

Scott, Kara and Matt in that order for me - the 'showman', the 'perfectionist' then the 'housewives' choice' - but all of them are terrific dancers.
Before anyone sends in the cavalry, I'm not being derogatory towards Matt, but he isn't in either of the other 2 categories for me.

Someone was making comparisons to last year and I see Matt as a male version of Ali plus the shows he's been involved with give him that 'boy-next-door' appeal and I'm more partial to 'rough diamonds'.

There are very few celebrities who haven't had at least one bad dance. Mark did a very weak rumba and he went on to win.
Scott and Kara's routines are standing out a lot more for me than Matt's. I'm still waiting for Matt to come out and wow me with one of his dances.

But my main point was that it is a popularity contest, and for some strange reason while we want Ann out, many more don't want her out...apparently.

That's why I am sure there will be a more massive shock than last week around the corner.

I must have been watching from the other side of the tv screen then, because those two have been having a banter all week about it since it happened.

Judging from tweet pics from the strictly team and some of the pros, it seemed quite obvious that Scott, Gavin and Jimi are good mates. Could be all staged mind you but it comes across to me that it's all banter between Scott and Gavin. <shrugs>

Hi Sid, long time no speak
And we are on the same side again....yippeeee, I have to say though that this series has been the best ever one for me, I actually love them all, well maybe not so much Gavin.....though tbh he did dance better tonight and more importantly show a bit of personality.
I just cant choose between Scott and Kara, and I do like Matt, so I am not really minding who wins.....as long as its Scott or Kara.

Scott's good but Kara is better. I find it hard to like, Scott even when he's dancing. I'm hoping that Matt and Kara will be in the final.

They are the two best...Aliona is too much of a distraction from Matt.

And I will always tend to go for the male celebs all other things being equal...because I genuinely believe it is harder for them

I think with Scott being in the bottom two last week and still escaping the vote off suggests that he has quite a large fanbase. I'm torn this year because I like Natalie but, I'm not too keen on him. I've never liked Kara but, as a dancer I think she's terrific. I think this could be the first final where I wont be actually voting! A final of Matt, Scott and Kara would be great but, I fear that Ann just might take the place of Kara.

Sticking my neck out here, my prediction would be that Matt, Scott and Kara will be in the final (certainly hope so) and that Kara will end up being yet another of those excellent female dancers who never win a trophy.

All the signs are there: she's attractive, but rather modest and reserved, Len tends to underscore her - she could be Rachel!

I think the final three will be Matt, Kara and Scott. I love watching Matt the best he did very well last night with a very difficult dance. It was much much better that Scotts the week before (and Len gave that a 9) ??? Matt's V/waltz last week was beautiful. I think he has been a bit underscored in some of his dances. That said I wouldn't really mind which one of these three won.

For me... Kara's Paso sealed it. What impresses me about them both is that they act so well in the dances and really bring out a performance ... Scott's characters week on week just make me giggle but Iove the effect he is having on Natalie and her choreo is really complementing him.

I hope it's those two in the final and I wouldn't be surprised if Scott pips it at the end but either would be very worthy winners

Kara - seems to come so easily - too easily - I want a bit of struggle
Scott - that jive was joyful - best male jive in 8 series - yes, he is a natural too but he just edges it for me
Matt - just hasn't the energy Scott has PLUS I don't much like Aliona

Your pro can make or break you.
Artem - new, ho-hum
Natalie - not quite the scary-chick she was last year, thank goodness
Aliona - don't think she has a big personal fanbase

Natalie will stop Scott winning. Her reaction when Craig gave her a 9 reinforced my indifference to her. She wants this title on her CV too much.

Matt has been overhyped. His technique was below par last night, as his Rumba was very jerky. His AT was a total joke compared compared to Kara's, but he still received high marks for it. Was his Rumba as emotional and fluid as Pam's? Not remotely. Why did it receive the same score then?

Kara's technique is very good. I think she's better than anyone else.

Anyone think patsy could potentially end up in the final. I find her and all her performances just so likable, and she keeps on getting better and better. As it was mentioned on ITT no one at this stage last year would have predicted chris hollins being in the final.

I think Patsy is the dark horse of the competition.

Kara & Scott are both better than Matt imo.

Kara is technically very good & is very elegant in her movements.

Scott is a joy to watch & Natalie is very clever in showcasing his abilities,

Matt I find cheesy & feel he is treading water. I keep expecting to be wowed & I never am,

I think it is too close a call between Kara and Scott. Matt is not as good as he should be given his background. He seems to be on a plateau.

Scott is better than Kara...

In your opinion

For me now it's Kara all the way! Her AT was truly outstanding!

Don't mind she didn't get her 40, I hope it won't be too soon otherwise for a woman celeb, people are going to go off her very, very quickly after that. Rachel and Lisa are cases in point.