I'm not sure if i've any justifiacation in saying this, but IMO some of the traditionally "bigger" sides- warrington, bradford and Hull failing to make the playoffs have hampered it's impact this year. Although the league table doesn't lie, and certainly no-one has a right to be there, these team are more likely to bring a larger travelling fanbase then catalans, hudds and wakey, creating atmosphere adding to the intensity.

I'm sure someone will prove me wrong with average crowd data etc but as a leeds fan- playing eg bradford in the semi would fill me with more excitement then some of the other teams.

IMO of course

At least you're an honest pom.