I dont know about everyone else but I have to agree with Bidhan Bro. This world cup can't be called the "jhorest" world cup so far. With teams like Kenya getting a free ride into the semis..it was a total disgrace. But, you can actually see some competition in this WC. Though the gap between Aus and other teams barring NZ seems to be getting wider and wider. However, I'll have to agree on you guys about the crowd though. And, like Bidha bro said, ICC screwed it up by pricing the ticket very high. Otherwise, no country can match the enthusiasm west indian crowds have. Also, the format of the group stages in this WC is the best so far. There is no margin for error whatsoever. You have to be at your best all the time and teams that manage to do that get to go to the next round. India and Pak didnt do that so they're out of the WC. But, the Super 8 round still needs some improvement. Too many teams playing too many matches. boring!! Now, coming back to my earlier point, even though this WC may not be up with the excitement of the 99 WC, it definetely beats the 96 and 03 WC by a long shot. Lastly, hoope either NZ or SA win it this time.