Answer: slugfest

AnswerCrossword Clue
SLUGFESTHeavy-hitting affair
SLUGFESTBall game with a lot of hitting
SLUGFESTThrilla in Manila, e.g.
SLUGFESTHigh-scoring game
SLUGFESTBoxing melee
SLUGFESTHigh-scoring baseball game
SLUGFESTExciting baseball game
slugfestA tough and challenging contest, esp. in sports such as boxing and baseball
slugfesta vigorous fight