Shahzeebul Hoda

Alright, let’s get real here. This is my first time writing a review, and I’ve got some things to say about Cobra Kai. First off—Miguel should absolutely be the champion. No debate. Let’s face it, when you think about this show, two characters come to mind immediately: Johnny Lawrence and Miguel Diaz. They’re the backbone of the series. The glue holding everything together. The reason we even care in the first place. Johnny is the guy we all wanted to root for—a former bad boy trying to fix his life while still being a bit of a mess. He’s hilarious, rough around the edges, but has the biggest heart. Then there’s Miguel, who started as this shy, sweet kid and turned into a legit fighter. He’s the perfect student for Johnny, and their bond has been the emotional core of this show from Day 1. But you know what? This season? It felt like they got pushed to the sidelines. And for what? Don’t get me wrong—characters like Sam, Hawk, Robby, and even Tory are great, but Cobra Kai isn’t about them. It’s about Johnny and Miguel. They’re the ones who made me care. They’re the ones we’ve been rooting for. And now, all of a sudden, they’re treated like side characters? Nah, that’s not okay. Miguel has to win the championship because he’s earned it. He’s been through hell—falling off a balcony, learning to walk again, dealing with all the high school drama—and he still comes back stronger every time. If anyone deserves that moment of glory, it’s him. And honestly, what’s the alternative? Letting someone else win just to create more tension or drama? Come on, that’s lazy storytelling. Also, let’s not act like this show doesn’t owe us this. Fans have stuck around for five seasons because of Johnny and Miguel’s journey. We’ve invested in their struggles, their growth, and their relationship. Giving Miguel the championship isn’t just about a victory; it’s about paying off everything the series has built up since the very first episode. Here’s the brutal truth: Cobra Kai is starting to feel like it’s losing its way. They’re focusing too much on expanding the story and not enough on what made it great in the first place. I love seeing new faces and rivalries, but if you forget about the characters who started it all, what’s the point? So yeah, Miguel needs to win. Not just because he’s my favorite, but because it’s what the story needs. If the writers want to keep the fans happy, they better remember why we fell in love with this show in the first place. There. That’s my honest take. What about you? You agree, or are you team "anyone-but-Miguel"?