Cortez Ratima is a New Zealand rugby union player who plays as a halfback for the Chiefs in Super Rugby.
He was born on March 22, 2001. Ratima was included in the Chiefs squad for the 2022 Super Rugby Pacific season, indicating his potential and promising talent.
He also represented Waikato in the 2021 Bunnings NPC, where he made a significant impact on the team's campaign.
In 2024, Ratima made his All Blacks debut against England at Eden Park, coming off the bench in the second Test.
Ratima's exceptional ball-handling skills and speed around the ruck make him a valuable asset, providing the Chiefs with an additional dynamic option at the halfback position. As a rookie, he is eager to make his debut for the Gallagher Chiefs in the upcoming Super Rugby season and showcase his abilities at the professional level.
In 2025 Cortez Ratima was named to start at halfback where he ran out for his 50th Chiefs match.
Ratima has continued to impress in 2025, despite a rib injury sidelining him for a number of weeks.
Career
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Waikato Scrum Half |
2020 - present |
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Chiefs Scrum Half |
2022 - present |
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New Zealand Scrum Half |
2024 - present |
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All Blacks XV Scrum Half |
2022 - 2023 |
