Answer:
No, Ponyboy does not want to fight and participate in the rumble that’s going to happen between the Socs and the Greasers. Despite his tough exterior, he is a sensitive, caring person who does not want to hurt anyone. He does not want to be part of the violence and the hatred that exists between the two gangs. He is more focused on finding a way to bridge the divide between the Socs and the Greasers, and he is willing to sacrifice himself in order to stop the rumble from happening.