Australia's captain-in-waiting, Steve Smith, attributes calm demeanour and the repetitive process of getting ready for the on-field battle as mantras for his highly successful run over the last few years.
"Probably just my patience and preparations. I am preparing the same way for every game, making sure I am doing the same things over and over with my routines," Smith said.
"When I get out in the middle I am starting the same each time and trying to build an innings, give myself a chance before I start playing any big shots. That's probably the secret to my success," he explained.
