Malajczuk’s stellar knock included a flurry of 12 boundaries and five towering sixes, as he capitalised on scoring opportunities from the get-go at a strike rate of 185.45.
Partnering with Nitesh Samuel at the top, the pair laid an unassailable foundation, cutting through Japan’s bowling attack with bold intent as they racked up 135 runs in just 15.3 overs before Malajczuk fell after trying to take the aerial route once again.
Earlier in the game, Japan posted 201/8, following a knock of resilience from Hugo Tani-Kelly, who made an unbeaten 79 off 135.