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I think writers avoid having Hulk win climactic fights because he's a mindless monster. It's hard to root for a character who acts purely on instinct and is only winning thanks to his muscles.

People like Bruce Banner because he's scared of the Hulk coming out - that's what makes the character likeable. It's fun watching him control his inner monster, and only having it come out when it's absolutely necessary, at which point he easily wins most fights. Otherwise, the only use for the Hulk in a dedicated fight is when you need to establish a villain as a threat.