But the series was never about him.
Lawrence was the original bully in the 1984 movie, and a previous All-Valley Champion.
In this way, it was never LaRusso’s story.
Throughout, Daniel became a sensei, continuing the legacy of his greatest teacher and friend, Mr. Miyagi.
All of thisadds to the story ofCobra Kai, and gives LaRusso a meaningful story.
Many of Cobra Kai’s best fights were those between original Karate Kid characters.
However, some of these matches rank far better than others.