"I think adversities helps us to galvanize a side. We have come close together as a group and hope to perform well," the 40-year-old former India captain said during the toss of his team's IPL match against Hyderabad Sunrisers.
Asked about how tough it has been, he made no bones in accepting the fact.
"It has been really tough not only for me but for everyone who follows the game of cricket."
Sreesanth, Ajit Chandila and Ankeet Chavan had been arrested by the Special Cell of Delhi Police for allegedly trying to spot-fix three of Royals' IPL matches this season.
IPL 2013: Adversity helps to galvanise a side, says Rahul Dravid
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