England started its campaign with Vitality Netball Nations Cup with a convincing 62-36 win against Malavia on the day of the opening.
It was a humorous start from England, ranked in the world no.
Malawi, ranked seventh in the world, never beat England in 14 previous attempts, but held his toes on his heels with the hosts in the opening two quarters, sometimes exploiting in England in defense.
English captain Fran Williams felt his presence as she walked at the beginning of the second half, injecting the pace and experience aside.
Reed strengthened Emma Thacker’s debut after Olivia Tchine suffered an ankle turn at the beginning of the third quarter.
Earlier during the day, World No 5 ranked South Africa dominated their opener against Uganda, 75-40.
Malawa will take over on Sunday, followed by England against South Africa.
