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As the title implies, this trope is [[Always Male]] and is very different from a [[Betty and Veronica]] situation in its execution. Namely, it is more about posturing and machismo and much less about emotions; it tends to be more violent and physical, instead of being catty and verbal.
Needless to say, this is a staple of romantic films, works where romance is an important part of the plot. However, it can show up in any type of work. Usually, this happens ''before'' the girl's heart is clearly settled between her two suitors but, even when her choice is made and spoken out, there is still a chance for the Cock Fight to turn up again, since [[Romantic False Lead
When it comes to the competition itself, it is generally about displaying protectiveness, doing nice things for the girl, strength contests and other kinds of...er...[[Double Entendre|symbolic measurements comparisons]], preferably in front of her. More often than not, things can get out of
During such conflicts, the girl can either stay [[Neutral Female|neutral]] or try to intervene whether or not her choice is made. If she takes the second option, what she does can go from trying to soothe the guys's differences, telling them to shut up and stop fighting over her, or even [[Screw This, I'm Outta Here|get the HELL out]] at least until they stop being stupid.
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* This is a subplot of Hayato and Randoll's rivalry in the latter half of the ''[[Future GPX Cyber Formula]]'' TV series as they competed for Asuka's love in the Spanish GP, and at one point, Randoll even made a bet with Asuka that if he wins that race, he gets her kiss (that never came to be).
* In ''[[Akazukin Chacha]]'', Shiine and Riiya are constantly squabbling over Chacha, who remains blithely oblivious.
* ''[[Ai no Kusabi]]'' has the two [[Yandere
* Tomoe and Mizuki from ''[[Kamisama Kiss]]'' have a pretty intense rivalry over Nanami's attention and affection. Tomoe also has a even worse rivalry with Kurama over Nanami.
* ''[[Samurai Pizza Cats]]'': Speedy and Guido fight each other over Lucille.
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