One was the undisputed king of his division for about 5 years and then moved up 2 weight classes to demolish the man at LHW, the other was undisputed king of his division for about 5 months and then moved up 1 weight class to win a split decision over the man at LHW.
They were signed to fight, but Hopkins pulled out, wanting more money at the last minute. He was unhappy with the amount of money that King was taking from his purse.