Pakistan's Under-19 cricketers were caught in an extraordinary mix-up in Portsmouth after protesters mistook the touring team for asylum seekers. Police later confirmed the concerns were misplaced, with no offences identified during the incident.

Immigration has become one of the most contentious political issues in Britain, with the arrival of asylum seekers, particularly those crossing the English Channel in small boats.

Online reports about a coach at a hotel with young Asian men on board drew protesters to the venue. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.