Strictly Fans Shocked as Third Celebrity Eliminated After Intense Dance-Off!

Elimination Announcement
Dance Off Details
Judges' Decision
Viewer Reactions
Cha-Cha-Cha Performance

STRICTLY Come Dancing enthusiasts were shocked as the third celebrity was eliminated from the ballroom.

This week, the remaining 13 stars took to the stage – but two had to compete for their spot in a nail-biting dance-off.

Chris Robshaw and professional dancer Nafiya Bychkova have been eliminated from Strictly 2025Credit: BBC Two dancers in red outfits performing on a stage with red lighting.

Two dancers in red outfits performing on a stage with red lighting.

They performed again in the dreaded dance-offCredit: BBC A woman in a red and white floral bolero and a man in a black shirt stand on a stage with red lighting.

A woman in a red and white floral bolero and a man in a black shirt stand on a stage with red lighting.

Balvinder and Julian were also in the bottom twoCredit: BBC

Actress Balvinder Sopal and former England rugby captain Chris Robshaw found themselves in the bottom two.

After the dance-off, it was Chris, 39, who had to leave the BBC show.

However, the decision was anything but straightforward, as the judges were divided.

While Shirley and Anton chose to save Chris, Motsi and Craig opted for Balvinder.

The final decision came down to the casting vote this week.

This marked the second time that Balvinder, 46, had ended up in the bottom two.

She had previously triumphed over star and entertainment reporter, 63, last week.

On social media, viewers expressed their dismay at the soap favorite facing the dance-off once more.

One user tweeted: “So sad for Balvinder, I don’t understand why she isn’t receiving more support.”

Another commented: “I can't believe Balvinder was in the dance-off again, why? I voted for her, but it seems she doesn’t have the public backing, which is such a shame. It was a great paso. I just don’t get it. As for Chris, it was no contest against Balvinder.”

A third viewer stated: “Unfortunately, the right choice was made, but it's strange that Balvinder doesn’t seem to get many votes.”

Passionate fans criticized the judges for “mocking” one celebrity and giving them an “outrageously” low score.

Drag Race UK star La Voix and professional partner Aljaž Škorjanec performed a

Cha-cha-cha to Pat Benatar’s "Hit Me With Your Best Shot" – but the judges were largely unimpressed.

The duo received a total score of 14, which included a mere 2 points.

Strictly Come Dancing airs on BBC One and iPlayer.

Two dancers in a dimly lit room, illuminated by red lights, looking at each other.

Balvinder appeared disappointed to be in the dance-offCredit: BBC Two dancers in red outfits perform on a brightly lit stage.

Chris and Nadiya performed a Salsa on Saturday nightCredit: BBC

Frequently Asked Questions

Who was eliminated from Strictly Come Dancing this week?

Chris Robshaw was the celebrity eliminated from the show this week.

What caused the judges' split decision?

The judges were divided on whether to save Chris or Balvinder, leading to a casting vote to determine the final outcome

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