Inverness boss Terry Butcher is delighted after being named SPL manager of the month for October. Caley Thistle had an impressive month as they recorded wins over Aberdeen and Kilmarnock as well as draws with Rangers and St Johnstone.

Saturday's 1-1 stalemate at Ibrox stretched their unbeaten away record to 15 league matches and halted the Scottish champions' 100 per cent start to the SPL campaign.

"I'm very pleased and see it as a reward for the whole team for their performances," he said.

"We've done well but it's important that we maintain momentum.

"Eleven months unbeaten in away games is a wonderful record but we're now looking to be more consistent at home.

"Winning the award is a fine start to November and (assistant) Maurice Malpas and I are grateful for the spirit and effort of the playing squad