In this episode of Scoreboard, Chris Titley sits down with South Australian fast bowler Jordan Buckingham to unpack the mindset behind back to back Sheffield Shield success and what it takes to evolve from a fringe player into a key contributor in a winning team.

Jordan reflects on his journey from Victoria to South Australia, a move that came with uncertainty but ultimately became the foundation of his career. He shares how early years of struggle and team rebuilds have turned into reward, with the group now chasing a rare three peat after decades without success.

A major theme throughout the conversation is shifting focus away from individual stats and toward team success. Jordan explains how becoming more process driven changed his performance, learning to judge himself on effort, role execution and contribution rather than wickets alone. For a fast bowler in particular, where so much is out of your control, that mindset has been critical.

He also opens up about the mental side of the game, from working with sports psychologists to managing emotion and finding the right level of intensity on the field. Whether it is competing hard against top players or handling big moments late in games, Jordan embraces the contest and looks for small edges that separate good performances from great ones.

Off the field, there is a lighter side too, from paddle tennis and golf to life with teammates and the balance required in a long cricket season. But the message remains consistent: focus on the process, stay present and let the results take care of themselves.

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