Strikers are the showmen of football. They bring flair and style to the game. It’s their exploits that give us goosebumps. In our ISL Fantasy Guru Part 4, we look at some of the best “striking” options ahead of the second season of the Hero Indian Super League.Fikru Teferra (Chennaiyin FC)Value - 10Fikru etched his name in the history books as the first goal-scorer in the Hero Indian Super League in front of a jam-packed Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata. His eventual tally of five goals and two assists was one of the main reasons behind Atlético de Kolkata winning the tournament. Chennaiyin FC, his new club, will be hoping for similar performances from him this season, making him a smart choice for your ISL fantasy team.Iain Hume (Atletico de Kolkata)Value - 12Last season’s Player of the Tournament Iain Hume will be leading the attacking line for reigning champions Atlético de Kolkata. His gutsy performances and endearing work rate made him a firm fan favourite last season. His tally of five goals and three assists last year will be on the minds of the defenders heading into Season 2. Hume will be hoping to repeat his heroics from last year and is a smart choice for your ISL fantasy team.Nicolas Velez (NorthEast United FC)Value - 9.5Vélez is an Argentine striker who came through the ranks of the famed River Plate youth set-up. The 25-year old hitman has represented teams in Argentina, Spain, Singapore and is now in India to represent NorthEast United FC. A proven goal-scoring record for his previous teams makes him a prudent choice for your ISL fantasy team, and a man to watch out for heading into Season 2.Helder Postiga (Atletico de Kolkata)Value - 11Atlético de Kolkata’s marquee signing for Season 2, Helder Postiga’s clinical finishing makes him a serious threat to the opposition in the Hero Indian Super League. The former Portuguese international’s European know-how is certain to provide the defending champions with some much-needed cutting edge. His addition to the Atlético de Kolkata squad boosts their chances of regaining the trophy.Sunil Chhetri (Mumbai City FC)Value - 10India’s favourite footballing son Sunil Chhetri will be looking to make up for lost time having missed Season 1 of the Hero Indian Super League. India’s all-time leading goal scorer also fetched the highest bid during this year’s auction-draft. His experience and attacking instincts make Mumbai City FC a team to watch out for. The Indian skipper has maintained a prolific scoring record throughout his career, making him a great buy for your fantasy team.Nicolas Anelka (Mumbai City FC)Value - 11.5The mercurial Frenchman heads into the new season of the Hero Indian Super League as the marquee player-cum-coach of Mumbai City FC. After just two goals to his name last season, the former French international will be hoping for a better outing this time around. A threat from dead-ball situations as well as open play, making the much-travelled Nicolas Anelka a must for your ISL fantasy team.Jeje Lalpekhlua (Chennaiyin FC)Value- 9Jeje Lalpekhlua finished the inaugural Hero Indian Super League as the highest-scoring Indian of the tournament with a total of four goals, to go with an assist. Capped at the international stage, Jeje will be hoping for a repeat of his heroics for Chennaiyin FC heading into Season 2. A threat both aerially and from open play, Jeje promises to be a great acquisition for you.Jackichand Singh (FC Pune City)Value - 8.5One of the brightest young prospects of Indian football, Jackichand Singh will offer FC Pune City blistering pace going forward in Season 2 of the Hero Indian Super League. Equally comfortable on either flank, the nippy winger will pose a great threat going forward and a high-rate tracking back in defence. The 23-year old has also been lauded for his delivery and would be a smart addition.Stiven Mendoza (Chennaiyin FC)Value - 10An absolute pocket rocket, the fleet-footed Colombian striker established himself as a firm fan-favourite with his four goals last year. The Chennaiyin FC faithful will be hoping to see more of him this year, after losing him to injury that curtailed his progress in Season 1. Mendoza will be hoping to light up the Hero Indian Super League again this season, making him an excellent buy for your ISL fantasy league.That concludes our Part 4. Check out our “Value for Money” players in the next part.
