As the finale of ITV's Love Island approaches, Toni Laites and Cach Mercer are currently leading the betting odds for the coveted £25,000 prize.

The competition has been fierce, with Shakira Khan and Harry Cooksley finishing as runners-up, followed by Jamie Rhodes and Yasmin Pettet in third, and Angel Swift and Ty Isherwood in fourth.

Throughout the season, couples have shared heartfelt declarations of love, particularly during the finale dinner, which showcased their emotional journeys.

However, this season has faced significant scrutiny, becoming the second most complained-about series to Ofcom with around 9,000 complaints, primarily concerning allegations of bullying.

Controversies have marred the season, including problematic behavior from contestants and negative comments from Harry's football club regarding the women he interacted with.

Insiders suggest that the future of the show may be uncertain, with discussions about reducing the number of series and improving contestant vetting due to declining viewer numbers.

Despite the controversies, the series has been filled with drama, with viewer opinions on the couples shifting throughout the season.

This season, which started in June, has seen increased popularity, partly due to the success of the US version and heightened engagement on social media.

Notably, this season has been described as the raunchiest in the show's history, leading to production supplying more condoms due to increased sexual activity among contestants.

The finale featured emotional speeches that elicited mixed reactions from viewers, with some expressing joy while others found the moments overly sentimental.

In a dramatic twist, former contestants returned to vote out the least compatible couple, resulting in the elimination of Meg Moore and Dejon Noel-Williams just before the final.

Looking ahead, ITV has confirmed a third series of Love Island: All Stars set to air in 2026, underscoring the franchise's ongoing popularity.