India upbeat despite Harbhajan jolt

"I don't think it's really a distraction," Indian coach John Wright said over concerns about the spinner's action. "We're relaxed and looking for a sweep."

India are looking for yet another sweep ahead of the one-day cricket series against Bangladesh despite concerns about star off-spinner Harbhajan Singh's bowling action.

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Harbhajan was reported on Monday for a suspect bowling action after India had completed a 2-0 sweep of the Test series with an innings victory in the second and final match against the hosts.

Match referee Chris Broad reported the spinner to the International Cricket Council (ICC) for his 'doosra' delivery, which turns away from the right-handers instead of coming into them like a normal off-break.

"I don't think it's really a distraction," Indian coach John Wright said on Tuesday, two days before the start of the three-match series.

"The mood has been pretty good. Harbhajan is the normal Harbhajan. We are pretty relaxed and looking for a 3-0 result," said Wright.

"I think it is a routine and I think Broad mentioned that a number of bowlers have had to do this recently. And so the matter is with our board. Harbhajan, and all of us, are pretty relaxed.