The bar fight escalated into a violent altercation.
fierce confrontation
Frequency:
55
%
The rivalry between the two teams led to a fierce confrontation.
chaotic brawl
Frequency:
50
%
The protest descended into a chaotic brawl.
rowdy scuffle
Frequency:
45
%
The party ended with a rowdy scuffle.
Idiomatic Expressions for donnybrook
Phrase: kick up a donnybrook
Meaning: to cause a noisy or chaotic disturbance
Usage: The protestors kicked up a donnybrook outside the government building.