I now know what makes Steve Smith, Virat Kohli and Kane Williamson so special. They understand themselves and know what they need to do in order to prepare themselves in all 6 pillars, so that they have the best chance of succeeding, every time they step onto the field.
For me, it wasn’t a lack of skill. It was a lack of understanding. It was a fluke if everything aligned both internally and externally, and hence why I was inconsistent.
 
Through my personal experience and leanings, I now believe that there are 6 pillars to success, that are true for almost every athlete.
They are:
Technical
Tactical
Mental
Emotional
Physical
Lifestyle