Malawi proved why they are ranked sixth in the world, coming away with a commanding 101-18 victory.

The Malawi Queens notched the highest score of the competition so far, and was the first team to have a three-figure score since New Zealand in 2003.

Mwayi Kumwenda from Malawi opened the scoring and remained a strong shooting asset for the Queens, assisted by Bridget Kumwenda in wing attack.

Sri Lanka was unable to get past Towera Vinkhumbo in defence, leaving Malawi out front 23-3 at the first break.

Jane Chimaliro took over the attack from Sindi Simtowe for the Queens, while Sri Lanka maximised their bench, making wholesome changes for the second quarter.

Four injury times were called during the second term, forcing Sri Lanka to change numerous positions.

Their defensive circle changed entirely, with Niroshini Paiva and Chamarika Pathigoda assisted off the court, and replaced by Gayani Dissanayake and Darshika Abeywickrama.

The changing positions forced Sri Lanka to be versatile in their game, but they couldn’t stop Malawi advancing to a 52-6 lead at half time, with Mwayi Kumwenda shooting at 100 percent accuracy.

Thilini Waththegedara, who made her World Cup debut against Singapore in round one, provided momentum for Sri Lanka midcourt after half time, but it wasn’t enough to stop Malawi breaking their previous World Cup highest score, having a comfortable 74-11 lead heading into the final term.

Encouraged by the chanting crowd in the final quarter, Malawi ‘s momentum saw them break the 100-goal milestone.

Shooters Simtowe and Joyce Mvula reached the historic score in the last 30 seconds, with an extra goal to spare, resulting in the 101-18 win.

This was Malawi second victory after beating rivals South Africa 58 against 51 in their opening match on Friday.