The Malaysian women got off to a losing start to their Asian Games campaign in Guangzhou. They were beaten by a technically superior Thailand 19-45 in their Group A match.
The defeat, almost certainly puts Malaysia out of contention for a medal in the competition. Thailand are expected to qualify for the semi-finals together with group favourites Iran.
Malaysia are not expected to beat Iran but will need to beat Taiwan to avoid being the wooden spoonist.
Group B of the competition comprises of favourites India, Bangladesh and Korea. The fourth team in the group, Nepal, were withdrawn from the competition by their Sports Ministry.
In the match against Thailand, Malaysia's inexperience caused them the match. The match was lost in the first half itself when the Malaysian girls conceded two lonas to their rivals. Despite early resistance, the Malaysians gave away points too easily and trailed 9-33 in the first half.
The second half was a closer affair with both teams trading point for point. Thailand eased off the pace after having chalked up the huge first half lead.
In the men's competition, Malaysia are in Group B with Pakistan, Bangladesh and Japan. They play Pakistan in their opening match.
Group A comprises of India, Iran and Korea.
Other results:
Women: India bt Bangladesh 34-20; Iran bt Taiwan 62-18.
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