And 64,000 less than one league game at Twickers. Aren't we doing well??

Let's not get hung up on important details and facts...

I had a great time there (and I'm a Bulls fan). Everyone seemed to have fun, which is the the most important detail if you asked me!

There were some very hot looking women in the Cas crowd, which surprised me, given its history as a pit town. Some of those women had large bumpers as well, which helped make it a genuinely bumper crowd.

a couple of quick points, sorry if they have been covered already.

this years crowd will be the best for a while won't it as next year there will be only 12 teams in superleague so 2 days of 3 games probably

building work is earmarked for the etihad at the end of next season so will that affect the choice of venue for 2015?

There was an interview with Blake Solly after the saints wire game and he basically said there would probably have to be a venue change with the etihad expansion work taking place when the football season finishes. It's a shame because I think they have found a perfect venue and could've done with the consistency of keeping it there long term. I still think that it's purpose needs to be addressed to fit in to the season better, particularly with the new league structure starting next season.

There are a few decent suggestions rather than an additional league fixture that I think could work better

1. One of the 7 games after the split (so each team plays 3H, 3A and 1 neutral)
2. Challenge cup quarter finals played as 2 double headers
3. Week 1 of playoffs played as 2 double headers
4. Standalone 9s competition

Don't get me wrong I think the MW as a concept is fantastic. I've been to all 3 in Manchester and have loved every minute, I just think the logistics of the concept could be improved to give the event a better purpose.

Bramall Lane wouldn't be a bad choice for next year if Eastlands isn't available. Accessible city, central location, great pubs, good public transport...even fit in a trip to the dogs on the Friday night!

Excellent given the dent the FA cup would have made on citizens from the eastern end if the M62........

I'd like to see it played in London when the ethiad is being upgraded......

Take it to St James' park while the Etihad is upgraded, great location and its design means they can shut off the big upper tiers and fill the lower tier first.

i also think the sports mad Geordies would give it a go and attend.

£5 tickets for Newcastle United season ticket holders?

I came up with the same idea in a different thread only problem I see is if I'm correct St. James' park is pretty compact to is surrounding area no room for all the fans zone food tents ...........