The popliteal cyst also known as baker’s cyst is a fluid-filled synovial cyst in the popliteal region. It is fluid-filled distension of gastrocnemius-semimembranosus bursa which is commonly seen in 35-70 years of age. During routine dissection of a male cadaver we found a popliteal cyst in the popliteal region in the left lower limb. Clinically it is important as it compresses the neuro-vascular bundle surrounding it. Ultrasound is the best imaging modality to identify the baker’s cyst. Magnetic Resonance Imaging identify the baker’s cyst as either a unilocular or multilocular cyst. It is important to know the swellings & masses in the popliteal region for surgeons, neurovascular surgeons and anatomists as these swellings lead to neurovascular compressions.