As the IPL league stage draws to a close, the need for viable stocks is at an all-time high. While several players stood out on Saturday, the day undoubtedly belonged to Chris Jordan and his fantasy shareholders, who finally oversaw a fantasy stock price increase of 13.6%. Jordan, who had been dropped three times before this game (12.1% decrease before Saturday), came into bowl with his side in a precarious situation with SRH needing less than a run-a-ball. However, Jordan had other ideas in mind as he picked up three wickets while conceding 18.57 runs less than what he was expected to concede. He wasn't the only one to see a reversal in fortunes on Saturday. KKR duo Sunil Narine and Nitish Rana smashed twin fifties as they saw fantasy stock price increases of 9.1% and 17.8% respectively. While Narine's whirlwind knock came as a pleasant surprise to many, who were beginning to doubt his ability, Rana's match performance score of 128 was his first 100+ score in 6 outings! It wasn't a day for the big guns with the likes of KL Rahul and Shikhar Dhawan faltering in the Sixer Market, but if you had done your prior research, your portfolio would've seen an increase!As the importance of skill and knowledge in picking a viable stock increases, fantasy shareholders are posed with an intriguing question in front of them - Ability over Form? Would you stick with a player who has been in fine form or back an out of form player to overturn his fortunes and reap the benefits as fantasy shareholders of Jordan and Rana did? As we approach the 2:00 PM deadline for new supply and not to mention the marquee clash between Rajasthan Royals and Mumbai Indians, we shift our focus upon Hardik Pandya, who hasn't had a great season so far. Yet his potential and ability outweighs his form and to kickstart your day, here's some much-needed insight on India's best all-rounder.Battle of the Finishers! Can Hardik outshine Buttler?Hardik Pandya is arguably one of the most destructive batsmen in the current age with his IPL 2019 performances justifying his talent. However, IPL 2020 hasn't been too kind to Hardik, who hasn't scored many runs but has seen a price decrease of 26.3% across the first ten games. His match score average is at a lowly 40.90, which might be a put-off for many fantasy shareholders. However, one must consider the strength of the MI top-order with the likes of de Kock and Kishan registering increases of 9.39% and 15.11% in their last three games. As a result, Hardik hasn't had an extended period in the middle with the in-form Kieron Pollard being preferred as the enforcer. However, here's where one could benefit. At 44.40 Sixer Coins per Share, Hardik Pandya is an absolute steal with the all-rounder expected to play a massive role in India's tour of Australia later this year. With Hardik being India's premier all-rounder, he will be called upon to do his bit with the ball as well, which adds to his case in the Sixer Market.In the shorter run, Hardik's stock would definitely be under the spotlight, like Buttler's stock, which is trading at 58.20 Sixer Coins per Share. Buttler has excelled in both the opener's and finisher's slot with his match score average in IPL 2020 being 57.90. His last outing in Abu Dhabi saw him register a match score of 128, which if replicated on Sunday could see at least a 10% increase in his stock price. With two equally aggressive players with a lot of scope for long-term success available in the market for a bargain, you wouldn't want to miss out on these one-of-a-kind deals!Friends Turn Foes! AB de Villiers and Faf du Plessis lock horns in Dubai!Speaking of one-of-a-kind deals, Faf du Plessis was the star of the show in the first half of the tournament. Priced at 39.9 Sixer Coins at the beginning of the tournament, Faf's stock peaked at 65.44, nearly a 40% increase for his fantasy shareholders. However, his form has faded away like CSK's playoff chances with his stock price dropping to 49.20 Sixer Coins per Share, which is still 24.9% more than what it was at the beginning of IPL 2020. He has a chance to up the ante against RCB on Sunday although he meets a familiar foe or rather, friend in AB de Villiers in the opposite corner.AB de Villiers has blown hot and cold this season despite coming up with three man-of-the-match performances so far. De Villiers has seen a fantasy stock price drop of 5.6%, which is a rare occurrence for the South African in T20 cricket. Despite his match score average being 56.69, he hasn't reached his expectations so far in IPL 2020. Against a team which has gotten the better of him on a couple of occasions in recent history, AB de Villiers would be keen to add some value to his stock, which currently trades at 56.10 Sixer Coins per Share. Although he has come up with the goods, consistency is something that's lacking and isn't out of reach for the RCB vice-captain.While fantasy shareholders are in with an intriguing match-up between Form and Ability, there are a few options with both, Form and Ability, shining through their match performances. Sam Curran, who has been CSK's best bet this season, is available for a price of 64.1 Sixer Coins per Share while the duo of Yuzvendra Chahal and Chris Morris have seen an increase of 15.12% and 2.33% in their last two outings. Not to mention, Virat Kohli and his stock price of 59.40 Sixer Coins per Share. With his 144.82-rated performance in the reverse fixture fresh on everyone's minds, fantasy shareholders are in for a busy day on Sunday! Who are you backing in the final stretch of the IPL 2020 league phase?
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