Afghanistan
Mohammed Nabi was quoted as saying his side will "definitely" qualify from this event. If he genuinely is so confident as to be certain, it is well-founded. Key man: Mohammed Shahzad
Netherlands
Probably the third-best team in the competition, although the gap to Ireland and Afghanistan is larger than it once was. Key man: Pieter Seelaar
Scotland
They were dominated by Afghanistan the last time they visited these shores. With six qualifying berths available, though, they will feel confident a place in Bangladesh is within their reach. Key man: Kyle Coetzer
Kenya
Much was said about the plight of Kenyan cricket when they were thrashed by Afghanistan here last month, but they did bounce back to win the last Twenty20 match against them. Key man: Collins Obuya
Bermuda
In the nine years since they last won qualification to a World Cup, Bermuda have rarely provided any evidence it is about to happen again. Key man: Janeiro Tucker
Denmark
Some of their squad have county experience in the UK, while others have played club cricket there. However, the jump from there to being competitive here is a significant one. Key man: Freddie Klokker
Nepal
Their emergence in recent years may not have the chapters of fairy tales, but Nepal also are a rising force in the Asian game. Key man: Paras Khadka
Papua New Guinea
This team have been one of the ICC's favourite development projects in recent years. With input from Andy Bichel and Brad Hogg, they have some experience. Key man: Geraint Jones