grappling
grap-pling
noun
The act or sport of engaging in close-quarters physical combat or wrestling.
"His grappling techniques were excellent."
verb
Engaging in a close physical struggle or wrestling, often hand-to-hand.
"The two men were grappling fiercely."
Thesaurus
Synonyms: grapple, wrestle, hand-to-hand struggle, wrestling, rassling