Pop princess Britney Spears was given a huge welcome by Brisbane fans despite claims of her miming.

Spears, 27, who had landed in a controversy involving her lip-synching while on tour, was cheered on by the crowd at Brisbane Entertainment Centre on November 22, reports the Courier Mail.

Almost 10,000 fans rooted for her, and some even wore T-shirts with “leave Britney alone” and “save Britney” slogans on them.

The Toxic singer was hoisted high above the Brisbane Entertainment Centre in the arm of an umbrella, as she played the part of the ringmaster.