History of Andrade El Idolo in Timeline

Manuel Alfonso Andrade Oropeza, known as Andrade El Idolo, is a Mexican professional wrestler currently signed with All Elite Wrestling (AEW). He is a member of the Don Callis Family. Andrade has achieved significant success in the wrestling world. He is recognized for his in-ring skills and charismatic persona.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

May 30, 2010: Best of the Super Juniors XVII tournament

On May 30, 2010, La Sombra wrestled his first match in the Best of the Super Juniors XVII tournament, defeating Tiger Mask.

June 16, 2010: Best of the Super Juniors XVII tournament

On June 16, 2010, La Sombra competed in the Best of the Super Juniors XVII tournament and defeated Jyushin Thunder Liger. He did not advance to the semi-finals.

November 2010: Super J Tag League

In November 2010, La Sombra and Máscara Dorada participated in New Japan's Super J Tag League, finishing third in their block and missing the finals.

January 4, 2011: Wrestle Kingdom V

On January 4, 2011, at Wrestle Kingdom V in Tokyo Dome, La Sombra and Máscara Dorada defeated Jyushin Thunder Liger and Héctor Garza in a tag team match, with Sombra pinning Liger.

January 22, 2011: Fantastica Mania 2011

On January 22, 2011, La Sombra challenged Jyushin Thunder Liger for the CMLL World Middleweight Championship at Fantastica Mania 2011, but lost.

August 2011: G1 Climax tournament

In August 2011, La Sombra participated in the 2011 G1 Climax, finishing eighth out of ten wrestlers in his block.

January 2012: Fantastica Mania 2012

In January 2012, La Sombra defended the NWA World Historic Welterweight Championship against Volador Jr. at Fantastica Mania 2012.

April 2012: New Japan Cup 2012

In April 2012, La Sombra participated in the 2012 New Japan Cup. He defeated Yoshi-Hashi in the first round but was eliminated by Hirooki Goto in the second round.

January 2013: Fantastica Mania 2013

In January 2013, La Sombra participated in Fantastica Mania 2013, challenging Nakamura for the IWGP Intercontinental Championship unsuccessfully and winning the NWA World Historic Middleweight Championship from Dragón Rojo Jr.

May 31, 2013: IWGP Intercontinental Championship win

On May 31, 2013, La Sombra defeated Nakamura in Mexico City to win the IWGP Intercontinental Champion, becoming the first Mexican to hold the championship.

January 2014: Fantastica Mania 2014

In January 2014, La Sombra took part in the five-day Fantastica Mania 2014 tour.

2014: Universal Championship tournament finals

In 2014, La Sombra reached the finals of the Universal Championship tournament, but he was ultimately defeated by Último Guerrero.

January 2015: Fantastica Mania 2015

In January 2015, La Sombra participated in the Fantastica Mania 2015 tour, feuding with Máscara Dorada and winning a singles match against him on January 19.

May 1, 2015: Reyes del Aire tournament win

On May 1, 2015, La Sombra achieved victory in the 2015 Reyes del Aire tournament.

August 2015: Feud with Atlantis

During August 2015, Los Ingobernables began a feud with Atlantis, with La Sombra often going out of his way to attack Atlantis and tear his mask.

September 18, 2015: Lucha de Apuestas loss to Atlantis

On September 18, 2015, at the CMLL 82nd Anniversary Show, La Sombra lost a Lucha de Apuestas match to Atlantis, resulting in him being forced to unmask and reveal his real name.

November 19, 2015: Signed with WWE

On November 19, 2015, Andrade signed a developmental contract with WWE and reported to the WWE Performance Center.

January 8, 2016: WWE in-ring debut

On January 8, 2016, Manny Andrade, using the name "Manny Andrade", made his WWE in-ring debut at an NXT house show in Tampa, Florida, defeating Riddick Moss.

January 28, 2017: NXT TakeOver: San Antonio

On January 28, 2017, at NXT TakeOver: San Antonio, Andrade "Cien" Almas was defeated by Roderick Strong.

January 27, 2018: NXT TakeOver: Philadelphia

On January 27, 2018, at NXT TakeOver: Philadelphia, Almas successfully defended the NXT Championship against Johnny Gargano, earning a five-star rating from Wrestling Observer Newsletter.