At every event, we invite a guest predictor to share their take on the matchups and lay out their picks for each bout.
For Prestige FC 11, Isaiah Metituk is stepping up as our guest analyst, breaking down the six fights on the card.
Metituk brings an amateur record of 5-3 to the table, with his latest victory arriving at XFFC 20 — a first-round submission win against Connor Krebs. He's now looking ahead to the 2019 Canadian National Amateur Championships, launching April 10.
Here are Metituk's picks for Prestige FC 11:
Mark Mosure (4-0) vs Dan Kovalchuk (4-1) FIGHT PREVIEW
"Both of these fighters sit at the very top of the Canadian amateur welterweight scene. Kovalchuk has recently moved from CMC to Dynamic MMA — a shift that feels like trading the lightning for the predators, since both camps rank among the best. Still, Mosure left a strong impression in his last Prestige outing, dismantling dangerous striker Regan RunningRabbit with a sharp, wrestling-heavy approach."
Prediction: Mosure wins by unanimous decision.
Jay Whitford (1-1) vs Samson Bieri (2-1)
"This one should be a thriller, regardless of how long it goes. Both competitors have proven they're not shy about standing up and exchanging. I feel Bieri's technique edges out a bit cleaner, and his training partners operate at a slightly higher level — I expect that advantage to shine through."
Prediction: Bieri wins by TKO in the third round.
Evan Quinn (0-0) vs Robert Noble (0-0)
"A tough call here since there's virtually no information available on either fighter online. I'll side with Noble because the name says it all."
Prediction: Noble wins by unanimous decision.
Colin Rapitta (0-0) vs David Garcia (1-1)
"Garcia enters with a victory over Quinton Tait, a formidable opponent, and his most recent bout came against Kovalchuk. Rapitta makes his professional debut here. If Garcia stays disciplined and sharp, this matchup could serve as an excellent comeback opportunity for him."
Prediction: Garcia wins by TKO in the first round.
Usman Khattak (3-2) vs Semir Ali (2-0) FIGHT PREVIEW
"This one's definitely on my radar. Both fighters bring solid wrestling backgrounds and train at reputable gyms. Weighing their experience levels, I expect Khattak's slight edge in ring IQ will allow him to outwork and control Ali throughout the match."
Prediction: Khattak wins by unanimous decision.
Rick Minhas (0-0) vs Seth Buss (0-0)
"We're looking at two rookies stepping into the cage for the first time. Buss has carved out a reputation as a jiu-jitsu instructor at Apex MMA and earns high praise from Justin Schmit. After reviewing footage of both competitors, I'm leaning toward Buss."
Prediction: Buss wins by submission in the first round.
