Asia Cup: Former RAW chief calls Pakistan 'banana republic'
Former RAW chief Vikram Sood called Pakistan a "banana republic with a nuclear weapon" in a recent interview, reacting to the Asia Cup 2025 trophy controversy.
He described the situation as "hilarious," saying such chaos wouldn't happen elsewhere, and he pointed to instability and governance issues across the border.
Sood's scathing remarks on Pakistan army
Sood didn't hold back on the Pakistan Army either, calling its chief General Asim Munir an "Islamic Jihadi General" and contrasting their approach with India's more professional military.
He also highlighted unrest in Balochistan and suggested that Pakistan might try to get US support by leveraging its rare earth minerals.
Who is Vikram Sood
Vikram Sood led India's intelligence agency RAW from 2000 to 2003.
Known for his frank views on South Asian security, he often comments on India-Pakistan relations, terrorism, and political stability in the region.