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Robert Ian Butler (born 1 December 1960) is an English cricketer. Butler was born in Nantwich in the Cheshire urban area. He has represented Clipston Cricket Club and Rouse Hill Rams in all formats of the game locally.

Domestic Career
Butler was once the express pace feared throughout local English cricket. He played in a 4 overseas cricket tours with the club, taking 47 scalps over 8 matches. He also achieved a highest score of 19* in a last wicket century stand with Paul Barber.

International Career
Although overshadowed by both his son's, Butler's fast bowling has proved a potent force in itself. His ability to get lift from benign surfaces earning him a local best 4 for 17 against AKA Crusaders in Greystanes in 2012. Following a series of hostile bouncers (and beamers), he failed to establish himself as an automatic selection in an increasingly strong Rouse Hill side. He has however opened the bowling when selected, taking 19 wickets in matches since 2013.

Since his overseas move, many appearances have been limited to a 12th man capacity, however the leadership qualities shone through with 3 Semi Final appearances and 0 (zero) beers drunk, showing the younger players that there must be a clear correlation between beers drunk and wickets taken.

Retirement
In 2019, Butler announced his retirement from cricket at the age of 58 in order to focus on his career as a Mustang Owner.