Fans may remember the same fixture four years ago provided a surprise away win as Villa failed to cope with strong gales whistling around Villa Park.
The 2-0 defeat illustrated the lack of strength in adversity for the home side and a tough Blackburn team strolled away with an easy victory.
Tonight, the conditions are set to be just as testing, but Villa are now a very different side.
John Carew and co have the physical power to cope with any challenges that they may face.
Provided he starts, the big Norwegian will face up to strong centre backs Ryan Nelsen and Christopher Samba during the clash.
Gareth Barry is a doubt but should be fit to play meaning James Milner is likely to drop to the bench despite a good performance in the 4-0 win at Wigan on Sunday.
Steve Sidwell, who scored a cracking goal in that game, may be considered in place of Stiliyan Petrov, who could be rested.
Midweek games at Villa Park, especially against sides like Blackburn, who use power rather than panache, are never attractive affairs.
The game against Ajax last week was an exception but only because the visitors were prepared to play football.
Will Rovers knock the ball around in a flowing fashion? We doubt it but it's a good challenge and will give the Villans a chance to showcase their determination.
Villa will beware of Roque Santa Cruz, who is on their January wish list, but will be confident of another victory.
If a top five spot is to be consolidated the Claret and Blue must be consistent, starting with a third win in a row tonight.