A train passenger was punched to the floor by two rugby fans after objecting to one of them vomiting on the floor of the carriage.

Police today released CCTV images of two men sought in connection to the assault, which took place between Sanderstead and Riddlesdown.

The victim, a 58-year-old man, suffered cuts and bruises in the attack on a train travelling from London Victoria and East Grinstead at about 11pm on February 27.

British Transport Police believe the two attacks boarded the train at Clapham Junction after attending the Six Nations rugby match between England and Ireland at Twickenham.

Detective Sergeant Sarah Garden said: “The victim was attacked after taking issue with one of the men who was vomiting on the carriage floor.

“He was punched and pushed to the floor by the men who only ceased their assault when other passengers intervened.”

The victim got off the train at Riddlesdown and his attackers left at Upper Warlingham.

Det Serg Garden added: “The victim sustained cuts and bruises to his face and went to hospital for assessment. Fortunately his injuries were not serious.

“I think the men in the images we are issuing today will be able to help with our investigation. Please tell us who they are?”

Anyone with information is asked to call British Transport Police on 0800 40 50 40 or text 61016, quoting reference 171 of 4/4/16.

Information can also be passed anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.