Basketball, biffs and ballroom dancing! Thursday’s episode of The Bachelor was packed with drama.
Keira and Eliza locked horns in an epic smack-down which saw Eliza call Keira out over being ungrateful for time with Richie.
“I was feeling you were a bit ungrateful,” Eliza said when Keira returned home from a romantic solo date with Richie.
“Why would you say that? That’s ridiculous. I can’t believe you said that! You clearly don’t know me, next time be quiet. Why would you say that in this kind of moment when I’m feeling really good,” the blonde bombshell fumed.
In the end, Richie sent Marja and Sophie home. Woman’s Day caught up with the two ladies to talk all things Bachie!
Marja has already met someone!
Marja, 34, yoga instructor
What were your first impressions
It was really quite a blur. I remember thinking he looked quite handsome and thinking that I did the most talking. It was all very quick.
Were you happy to see it was Richie? And is he your type?
I was happy to see him. I didn’t watch him last season but seeing him for the first time, I thought he was handsome. But as we moved through the show, I realised Richie isn’t my type – we’re just not compatible.
Was there something missing?
First and foremost I think I’m after someone where we have chemistry. Chemistry is something you can build but with us it really wasn’t there. I think it fizzled. You could just tell. It just wasn’t there.
Were you disappointed to be sent home so early on?
I wasn’t upset because I honestly didn’t like him. I was upset to leave the show!
Would you have stayed on if you hadn’t been eliminated?
I think I would have, I’m of the mindset – everyone goes in for the intention of love. But if it is not there for you… there are also a lot of other reasons to be on the show. For me it was the experience and meeting new people! I always give everything a go!
What were your thoughts on the girls?
Some were very loud and some were quiet. Different people deal with pressure in all kinds of ways.
Are the girls the same as they are portrayed on the show?
I feel like it is real in the sense that is real reactions and emotions but it is not a real situation. I mean it is very weird and odd! The way you see the girls is real – they are playing off the drama. I was closet to Janey, Alex and Eliza – they’re all quite kooky and crazy.
Anyone you didn’t get on with?
There were a lot girls I wouldn’t be friends with if I wasn’t on the show, but got I along with all of them. We’d all cook for each other on Sundays!
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Any secret annoying habits?
I napped a lot! So maybe I was the lazy one? Everyone joked that I was on a yoga retreat.
What’s it like on the Bachie set? We hear everyone is always eating!
We get to buy the food we want. The girls complain about the chocolate, but they order it! There was a book with a pen – and you write down what you want. I wanted to remain healthy and it felt like I was at home.
Who do think will win?
Alex, Nikki or Megan. They got a lot of time with him. You can tell with body language, just the amount of time he spent with them, he was keen on them.
Have you met anyone special?
I have met someone since the show! It is amazing but it is still early.
Sophie thinks Nikki will win!
Sophie, 28, customer support manager
What were your first impressions of Richie?
He’s very handsome, really well dressed and well spoken. Actually, he had really great eye contact which is so important! I find that’s really rare these days in men. He is just a lovely genuine person.
Was Richie what you expected?
He’s exactly how I thought he’d be. I watched him on The Bachelorette and he’s 100% what we see!
Were you happy that is was him?
Yeah. It was nice to see a familiar face!
Did you think you’d go so early?
No one goes in knowing what to expect. I figured early on that I didn’t have a connection with him and I guess he felt that too. I’m really going to miss the girls but I was happy to go home to see my family.
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What are the girls like?
The other girls all have beautiful qualities individually! There is a bit of drama but that has to be expected when you throw 22 women vying for one man. Obviously some ruffled feathers more than others. But I’ve made some lifelong friends. Nikki was my bestie in the house. I really like Rachel and Faith. Also Janey is so beautiful and innocent and Eliza is just so courageous.
Who do you think will win?
Nikki is my girl! I fell in love with her and I could just feel their chemistry.
Have you met anyone?
Still very single. I’ve been laying low – just focusing on family and friends.
