Sania Mirza set to clash with World No.8 Venus Williams in the theird round of Australian Open 2008. The Saturday match will be played at Rod Laver arena, the centre court.

Sania Mirza beat Timea Bacsinszky 6-1, 4-6, 7-5. The second round match went to the theird round as Sania was missing her rhythm and consistency in windy conditions, lost the second set 4-6. However the India's No.1 player Sania Mirza took the theird set 7-5 in her favor and the match as well.

About playing multi Grand Slam winner Venus, Sania Mirza said, "I'm just excited to play her. Probably play on a big court and in front of a big crowd. Three years ago when it all started, I played Serena and now I'm playing Venus in the third round."

Venus Williams also not taking Sania Mirza lightly either. Venus said "I have played against her a little while ago. She's a good player, also. She tries to play aggressive. Looks like she enjoys herself out there."