PFL MENA 11 Staff Picks: 205-lbers Clash in Middle East

In the main event, Mostafa Rashed Neda tests himself against Osama Elsaidy. In the penultimate match of the evening, Badreddine Diani crosses paths with Hazem Kayyali. 

PFL MENA 11 Main Event

A native of Saudi Arabia,  Neda returns to the smart cage for his fourth appearance in the PFL. Well known for his absurd punching power, owning eight first round stoppage wins, fans could expect a swift conclusion to the headlining bout of the night.

Fighting out of Warlions MMA Academy, Elsaidy grew to prominence during his stint in Desert Force organization, where he was the company’s light heavyweight champion. With an almost 100% finish rate, the 38-year-old has acquired an extensive highlight-reel of stupendous performances.

PFL MENA 11 Co-Main Event

Something of a veteran in the promotion, Diani has made the walk to the cage under the PFL five times, winning four of those fights. Last seen in action this past July, “Dreamchaser” took home a terrific victory over the formerly undefeated Yousef Adel at PFL MENA 10.

Although he possesses the least amount of professional bouts out of every fighter on the main card of PFL MENA 11, Kayyali has more than earned his placement on the card following a triumph over Hassan Shaaban during the summer. Eager to show he has what it takes to topple the best opposition in the world, he is coming to impress in the co-main event this Friday.

More Bouts on PFL MENA 11 Main Card

Also on the main card, Elias Boudegzdame tackles Islam Youssef. Also, Ylies Djiroun locks horns with Basel Shalaan.

PFL MENA 11 Predictions and Staff Picks

MMASucka staff picks are composed of four of the world’s leading mixed martial arts organizations: the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), the Professional Fighters League (PFL), ONE Championship (ONE FC), and Dana White’s Contender Series (DWCS).

• UFC picks will include main card fights ranging from four to six matchups per event.

• PFL picks from main cards for pay-per-views and from tournament fights in the Regular Season, Playoffs, and Finals.

• ONE FC and DWCS picks will feature all MMA fights from the event with a minimum of three matchups.

Staff picks in 2025 were won by Hank Strandberg with a record of 216-119.

Find our PFL MENA 11 picks and fight odds below.

Staff records after DWCS 94:

1. Hank Strandberg: 185-92

2. Frazer Krohn: 141-110

3. Drew Zuhosky: 142-137

4. Andrew Benjamin: 29-27

*Note – not all staff pick for every event*

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Ylies Djiroun -600

Vs.

Basel Shalaan +425

LIGHTWEIGHT

Hank Strandberg: Djiroun by First-Round Knockout

Drew Zuhosky: Shalaan by First-Round Knockout

Frazer Krohn: Shalaan by Unanimous Decision

Staff picking Djiroun: 1

Staff picking Shalaan: 2

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Elias Boudegzdame -300

Vs.

Islam Youssef +245

FEATHERWEIGHT

Hank Strandberg: Boudegzdame by Unanimous Decision

Drew Zuhosky: Youssef by Unanimous Decision

Frazer Krohn: Youssef by Unanimous Decision

Staff picking Boudegzdame: 1

Staff picking Youssef: 2

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Badreddine Diani -130

Vs.

Hazem Kayyali +110

WELTERWEIGHT

Hank Strandberg: Diani by First-Round Knockout

Drew Zuhosky: Diani by Unanimous Decision

Frazer Krohn: Kayyali by Unanimous Decision

Staff picking Diani: 2

Staff picking Kayyali: 1

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Mostafa Rashid Neda -220

Vs.

Osama ElSeady +186

LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT

Hank Strandberg: Neda by Second-Round Knockout

Drew Zuhosky: ElSeady by First-Round Knockout

Frazer Krohn: ElSeady by Third-Round Knockout

Staff picking Neda: 1

Staff picking ElSeady: 2