Since making their World Cup debut in the 1999 edition of the tournament, Bangladesh have made it to the knockout stages on two occasions (2007 and 2015). The Asian team made it to the quarterfinals of the last edition of the World Cup.
Bangladesh have often been dubbed as giant killers in major ODI tournaments. The 'Bangla Tigers' have inflicted major upsets at the World Cup, beating the likes of India, Pakistan, England and South Africa in previous editions of the tournament.
So here is a look at some major records of Bangladeshi cricketers in the ICC World Cup
Most Runs scored
Shakib Al Hasan is the top run getter for Bangladesh in World Cup cricket. Hasan is scored 40 runs in 21 matches with 5 half centuries.
Most Tons
Highest individual score
Mahmudullah own the record for the highest individual score by Bangladesh cricketer in the World Cup. The all-rounder scored an unbeaten 128 against New Zealand
Top wicket taker
All-rounder Shakib Al Hasan has scalped the most wickets for Bangladesh in World Cup cricket. The left arm spinner has taken 23 wickets in 21 matches for his team
Best Bowling Figures in a match
Seamer Shafiul Islam registered the best bowling figures in an innings for Bangladesh. The lanky pacer has taken 4 for 21.
Most dismissals
Seasoned wicket-keeper Mushfiqur Rahim has been the most successful gloves-man for Bangladesh in World Cup cricket. Rahim has effected 18 dismissals in 21 matches for his country