Anti-immigration protesters mistake Pakistan cricket team for migrants in Portsmouth

Protesters in Portsmouth confused members of the visiting Pakistan cricket team with illegal migrants, leading to a chaotic confrontation at their hotel. The incident highlights tensions surrounding immigration and public order in the UK.

9 Sept, 17:20 — 9 Sept, 17:20

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The IndependentMostly Factual8h ago

Bungling anti-immigrant protesters confuse Pakistan cricket team for migrants in Portsmouth hotel

Drones were seen circling the hotel after protestors mistook the sports team for asylum seekers

By Alex Bousfield and Harriette Boucher

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