I know this may be a more bizarre slant on this game, but I'm guessing if this was a Super 8 game v London Broncos, everyone would be chomping at the bit to venture down for a great day out in the capital! Games away in London have always been great days out, and this doesn't have to be anything different - it's down to the fans whether they want to enjoy it or not. Either way, it seems IL has nothing to lose. As EW said, he'd be damned for not trying new things, so why damn him for giving it a go? Can't fault him for trying to advance the game.
Oh, and I live down south, so it's easier for me to get to!