AEW fans were anticipating a major rivalry between Kenny Omega and Andrade El Idro following Andrade’s surprising comeback to AEW during the 6th Anniversary Edition of “AEW Dynamite.” However, those plans were temporarily halted due to WWE enforcing a non-compete clause from Andrade’s previous contract, sidelining him from AEW for a year. Recently, Omega appeared on SHAK Wrestling and, while unable to share detailed information due to legal restrictions, expressed his happiness about Andrade’s return to AEW. He noted that Andrade seemed genuinely eager to succeed and believed that if Andrade returns after his hiatus, he will be equally motivated. Omega also emphasized that setbacks like injuries are part of professional wrestling and that the show must go on.
Omega revealed that his connection with Andrade goes much deeper than anticipated. They first crossed paths in AAA in 2021 when Omega was the AAA Mega Champion. Before that, they spent time together in New Japan Pro Wrestling, with both competing in the 2010 Best of the Super Juniors 17 tournament—Andrade, then known as La Sombra—though they were in different blocks and didn’t face off until their AAA match 11 years later.
Fan Take: This update is significant for AEW enthusiasts as it highlights the potential of Andrade’s impactful return, which could shake up storylines and rivalries in the near future. The deep history between Omega and Andrade adds an intriguing layer to their dynamic, promising exciting developments that could elevate the sport’s narrative and in-ring action.
