Cobra Kai: Top 5 Tory vs Sam fights all throughout the Netflix series

When Cobra Kai first introduced Tory Nichols in season 2, viewers were introduced to a new character who would challenge Sam LaRusso in ways that were yet unseen. Sam and Tory came from different backgrounds and had very different personalities, yet their rivalry grew quickly.

The tension was not only about fighting styles but also about their complicated romantic entanglements and trust issues. This rivalry set the stage for some unforgettable showdowns between the two.

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Tory vs Sam

One of the most memorable moments between Sam and Tory occurred in Season 2, Episode 8, at an '80s-themed roller disco. At this point, Sam and Robby were dating, and Miguel and Tory were a couple. The four teens found themselves in an awkward situation when they ran into each other at the disco. Sam’s ex, Miguel, was there with Tory, and things quickly became tense.

The situation escalated when Tory "accidentally" tripped Sam, causing her to fall and spill her drink. Sam, frustrated and angry, retaliated by charging at Tory and knocking her to the floor. While it wasn’t a highly skilled fight, the emotions were real, and the atmosphere of the roller disco made the entire scene feel like a classic showdown.

By Season 6, Episode 3, things between Sam and Tory had settled down a bit. After some reconciliation in Season 5, they were finally on the same team. However, they weren't pushing each other to their full potential during their training. Johnny Lawrence, ever the motivator, decided to give them a push.

He organized a girls' night with a fun twist, pillow fights, and an Ouija board, but the night took a serious turn when Sam and Tory opened up to each other. This moment of honesty helped them drop their past grudges and allowed them to truly fight with everything they had during training. Their battle was intense, and they gained mutual respect for each other's skills in the process.

In Season 3 Episode 10, the Cobra Kai gang crashes the LaRusso house, leading to an all-out brawl. Sam and Tory’s fight during this scene is one of the most intense in the series. As the fighting spreads throughout the house, Tory, wearing her signature skeleton hoodie, seeks out Sam for another round.

At first, Sam tries to retreat, but she quickly decides to face her enemy head-on. What follows is a fierce and personal battle as the two trade strikes and challenges.

The fight escalates into the dojo, where Sam finally admits she's no longer afraid of Tory. The fight ends abruptly when the boys intervene, but the tension between them is far from over.

Season 4 Episode 10 delivered one of the most anticipated moments in Cobra Kai, the showdown between Sam and Tory at the All-Valley Karate Tournament. By this time, their rivalry had reached a boiling point, and the stakes were high. Not only was this fight personal, but it also determined the winning dojo for the All-Valley tournament.

Sam entered the match calm and focused, while Tory was aggressive and determined to prove her superiority. The fight was full of thrilling moments, with both girls landing powerful kicks and strikes.

In the end, Tory won, but the victory came with controversy, as it was revealed that Terry Silver had bribed the referee. The question of the true winner remained unresolved, leaving fans on the edge of their seats.

Prom night is often full of drama, and in Season 4 Episode 8, it was no different for the teens of Cobra Kai. With Sam and Miguel back together and Robby and Tory trying to make them jealous, the night quickly spiraled into chaos. Sam and Tory had a confrontation at the after-party, and it didn’t take long for punches to start flying.

Sam, influenced by Johnny’s rebellious attitude, decided to strike first. A wild brawl followed, with the two girls tumbling through the house. Miguel tried to pull Tory off Sam, but Robby stepped in to defend her.

The fight became a tag-team match with both couples going at it. All four ended up in the pool, bringing a wet and wild end to the night.

As the series moves toward the Sekai Taikai Tournament, fans eagerly anticipate another showdown between Sam and Tory. In Season 6, both girls are preparing for the upcoming international tournament, but their paths take a dramatic turn when Tory’s mother passes away.

Despite her grief, Tory insists on continuing to fight, but Daniel LaRusso intervenes, preventing her from continuing the match.

Tory leaves Miyagi-Do, and Sam becomes the second captain of the dojo. To everyone’s surprise, Tory returns to Cobra Kai and will represent Johnny and Kim’s team in the Sekai Taikai. This sets the stage for what could be the final confrontation between Sam and Tory in the upcoming episodes.

The rivalry between Sam and Tory has been one of the central themes of Cobra Kai. From their initial animosity to their eventual moments of mutual respect, their relationship has evolved over the course of the series.

While they may never fully reconcile, there’s no denying the competitive spirit that drives both of these talented fighters. Their ongoing rivalry is sure to provide more exciting moments in the future of Cobra Kai.

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