Malawi delivered a resounding victory over Nigeria, winning 82–22 in Nairobi during the Africa qualifiers for the 2027 Netball World Cup.
The match, held at the Nairobi Sports Complex, was a key fixture in the African qualification pathway that will decide which teams receive invitations to the tournament in Sydney.
South Africa and Uganda have already secured their places in Sydney through their world rankings, leaving the remaining spots to be contested in this regional competition.
Malawi’s win positions the team as a strong contender for one of the remaining African berths, while Nigeria will look to regroup for future qualification attempts.
In the broader context, the Netball World Cup is a biennial event that attracts top talent from around the globe, and the African qualifiers play a crucial role in ensuring the continent’s representation on the world stage.
<small>Source: Premium Times Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>
