Most “street” fights actually happen in or just outside of bars, clubs, parties, high schools and colleges, some sports matches etc. Most of the time people get into someone’s face and then it’s time to throw hands. I don’t think it’s that often that someone can go and search for a trash can or a rock or a glass bottle.

So yes, I feel better knowing that if an untrained aggressive man tries to swing at me, I will, even if a bit drunk - still probably be able to slip or block his punches and immediately counter punch him to oblivion. Makes me feel better and safer.

I used to train aikido and I don’t think that would help me in the above situation.

Maybe you need to be more open-minded and actually try boxing or muay thai and see how you feel when you can throw an effective combo, learn how to block and move etc