Well I wasn't expecting Matt Smith to be picked. I can't say I know much about him (having only seen the Ruby in the Smoke once, when it very first was shown).

However, unlike a large portion of the (frankly hysterical) fandom I quite like the look of him. Yes he's young - but if Stephen Moffat likes him, that can't be too big of an issue. Also - it's not like he's 21, he's 26. And he's unusual enough looks-wise not to be dismissed as a HAWT!YOUNG ACTOR who will have his shirt off in under 3 minutes.

So overall I'm impressed with the choice and look forward to the new series. Although I'll be hysterical at loosing DT, I'm hopeful about Matt.

Now bring back Donna!