The main variation for black to prevent a maroczy is by playing the 2.Nc6 move order. The problem for the maroczy lovers is that this move is quite flexible and may transpose into most sicilians. Therefore if we choose to play open sicilian against this, we will also need to know the main-line theory of the open sicilian. This does not sound attractive so we will need to find a sideline.
The Rossolimo is probably the best objective option.
Guys what Sicilian would u suggest me if i don't want to memorize hundreds of lines but play mostly based on understanding and a little memorization of 2 or more lines?
I recently switched over to the Kan with immediate success in preparation for the 1500-2000 bracket of rapid players. Mainly, e6 is most flexible, versatile, and practical for club level play (especially where anti-Sicilians occur most frequently). Yes, less theory than the d6 Sicilians but you have to learn how to deal with square weaknesses that would not be present in d6 Sicilians.
The game plans and strategies are more straight forward as well.
When you do understand about square weaknesses, piece placement for both sides, and tempo, there are opportunities to transpose to d6 Sicilians like the Najdorf and Schevenigan, so I don’t feel like I am missing out; I just don’t force it because I counter play accordingly to whites plans.
"Gaping hole on d5, no thanks!"
Only Patzers play the Sveshnikov!