Some decades ago, this would have been considered a second-rate move. However, almost everything Magnus Carlsen touches turns to gold, so this approach recently gained traction among the strong players.
1. e2e4  1... c7c5  2. g1f3  2... b8c6  3. b1c3 Shirov uses a well-known move order designed to avoid the infamous Sveshnikov Sicilian. This variation of the Sicilian is one of Gukesh's favorite weapons with the black pieces; his recent, brilliant win over Nodirbek Abdusattorov in Biel is the best example. 3... e7e5 This is the most principled reply, ensuring that White can no longer get the open Sicilian. 4. f1c4  4... d7d6  5. d2d3 