I think they will. Due to external investment they now have a "big 4/5" similar to the EPL. If another large club (for example Standard Liege) get some funding then they should all keep themselves competitive.
Yeah, people here are very excited about this young team. A midfield 5 between 17 and 22 years old playing attractive, passing, quick football. Really hoping they can qualify for the World Cup from a relatively easy group.
Surely, like with anything, a bit of veriety is the spice of life. You've got 5 days, might as well use them once in a while. I would say it might get a bit boring watching West Indies lose in 2.5 days every match, even for the neutral.
I'm not watching but apparently a few balls started kicking up dust too. Sub-continental wickets can go downhill quickly so you never know with a day 5 pitch (even one as good as this)