FINLAY CHRISTIE

Born in Scotland, Finlay Christie moved to New Zealand at age seven and attended Saint Kentigern College in Auckland before heading to Canterbury to continue his studies. A former New Zealand gymnastics representative, Christie’s athleticism has been a key part of his success on the rugby field.

Christie made his Super Rugby debut with the Chiefs in 2017 against the Hurricanes, before moving to the Hurricanes the following year and making 14 appearances. In 2020, he returned home to Auckland, joining the Blues and quickly establishing himself as a key figure in the squad.

Debuting in the opening round of Super Rugby Aotearoa, Christie made an immediate impact and, by 2021, had cemented his position as the Blues’ first-choice halfback. That season, he played a pivotal role in the Trans-Tasman Championship and earned his All Blacks debut against Tonga, later touring with the team in the Northern Hemisphere.

Christie continued to impress through the 2022 and 2023 seasons, including selection in the 2023 Rugby World Cup squad in France, where he featured as a backup halfback in both the Semi-Final and Final.

In 2024, Christie helped the Blues claim a Super Rugby Pacific title, playing a central role despite some injury interruptions and supporting his fellow halfbacks, Sam Nock and Taufa Funaki, in a strong and competitive squad rotation.

Now a seasoned and respected member of the Blues, Christie remains a key option at halfback, combining leadership, skill, and experience.

He is contracted with the Blues through the end of the 2025 season.