Silver Ferns get off to flying start in Taini Jamison Trophy with big win over MalawiGETTY IMAGES Silver Ferns veteran Grace Kara needed to protect the ball well against Malawi on Wednesday night. The lopsided scoreline against the team ranked sixth in the world has set the tone for the Silver Ferns to defend the trophy, while stay on track in their buildup for next month's Commonwealth Games. PHIL WALTER/GETTY IMAGES Te Paea Selby-Rickit reels in a pass during the Silver Ferns' win over Malawi at North Shore Events Centre. READ MORE* Silver Ferns defender rolls ankle* Silver Ferns lose Cullen to injury* Walking green mile with SouthbyMwai Kumwenda shot five from six, while Jane Chimaliro one from one. However, it was another dominant quarter by the Silver Ferns, again scoring 18 goals, to lead 36-17.

Source: Stuff March 21, 2018 07:18 UTC