Final answer:
Malcolm was saved from being captured in battle by Macduff in the play Macbeth.
Step-by-step explanation:
In the play Macbeth by William Shakespeare, Malcolm is saved from being captured in battle by Macduff. After the murder of King Duncan, Macbeth becomes the king and Malcolm suspects foul play. Therefore, he flees to England where he meets with Macduff, who is loyal to Duncan's family and helps Malcolm build an army to overthrow Macbeth. In the final battle, Macduff kills Macbeth and saves Malcolm from being captured.