I just can't take Azami seriously as villain at all. He's this ridiculous edgy villain that try to look cool but really isn't that threatening. Each time he appears, I just roll my eyes. Asano from AC seem more credible of a threat than him…
On the plus side, Alice is as usual awesome. Her not giving a shit about Azami is awesome (rightfully so). While Erina finally decide to get her shit together after moping out for so long....
Since Ryou won, I guess Hayama is going to be on the chopping block. If Hayama end up winning, Central has completely lose its credibility as a villain in this series since the author is spelling out that only Soma & co. can only win against Central.
It's likely he will face an opponent where the audiences expect him to beat with ease but he lose. So, I doubt he will go against any 3rd year since it will be too obvious who will emerge as victory. Nene is a possibility. Or another second year.