Bangladesh have had to contend with the 'minnows' tag for long, especially in the global tournaments, but the last 24 months has seen them grow into their most consistent avatar ever. Come Champions Trophy 2017 - the global event they have not participated in since 2006 - Bangladesh would strive hard to replicate their home success in England. Their last appearance in an ICC tournament was that in the World T20 2016, where the team had a rather forgettable experience, returning without a single win against the big boys. However, Bangladesh edging ahead of the West Indies to stake a claim on their participation in the eight-team competition is good motivation to begin with.

In the past 12 odd months, the Asian side has lost more ODIs than they have won, but their recent wins against Ireland and New Zealand in England-like conditions would serve as a confidence booster. With fair amount of success against England in Tests last year and a win in the ODI leg, Bangladesh will pin their hopes against the host nation, who happen to be pitted in the same group. Much of Bangladesh's fate in the event would be decided by how well they tackle the opponents they have seen enough of in recent times.

Strength:

Bangladesh's batting department hadn't ever exuded as much confidence as it is at the moment, with