Louis Walsh has a bit of a reputation for being erratic on X Factor, and tonight was no exception.

The groups headed off to Judges’ Houses with him in Ibiza, and guest judges Fleur East and Alesha Dixon also came along to help out.

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Louis was joined by Fleur East and Alesha Dixon (Thames/Syco Entertainment)

But despite Fleur and Alesha pointing out exactly what the audience was thinking when it came to each act, Louis – as usual – decided to go his own way with some very…leftfield decisions.

Viewers couldn’t hide their shock as he let girl groups Skarl3t and 4 of Diamonds go, as well as wildcard Yes Lad and duo Tom and Laura.

Axing 4 of Diamonds was a particularly unpopular choice, especially as all three judges – Louis included – had so many positive things to say about them.

In fact, some felt like being a girl group was an automatic disadvantage.

So who did get through? Well, 5AM were sort of a popular pick.

And people felt emotional about returning Irish twins The Brooks.

But people absolutely could not believe that undercooked-chicken-row duo Bradley and Ottavio got through.

Well, live shows should be interesting…