Known for his searing pace and lethal bouncers, he is one of the world's fastest bowlers to have ever played the game.

[3] In December 2018, he was bought by the Kolkata Knight Riders in the player auction for the 2019 Indian Premier League.

[6] In March 2021, Ferguson was signed by Yorkshire County Cricket Club ahead of the 2021 T20 Blast competition in England.

[17] Following the World Cup, the International Cricket Council (ICC) named Ferguson as the rising star of the squad.

[19] In November 2019, Ferguson was named in New Zealand's Test squad for their home series against England and their tour to Australia.

[29][30] On 18 February 2025, Ferguson was ruled out of the Champions Trophy due to a foot injury sustained in a warm-up match against Afghanistan.