Career
The 1.96 m 95 kg (6"5" 210 pound) shooting guard is known for his long-range shooting accuracy. Started his career as a pro in 1995 with BK Samara. Chikalkin has played in Russia (BK Samara, Avtodor, Ural Great, UNICS Kazan), Italy (Benetton Treviso, 2001-2002) and Ukraine (British Columbia Kyiv).
He last played with CSK VSS Samara.
Trophies:
Russian Cup Finalist - 1 (2007 - UNICS Kazan);
International Basketball Federation Euroleague Finalist - 1 (2005 - British Columbia Kyiv);
Honors:
Russian All Star Game 2000;
Russian League Most Valuable Player 2001;
NEBL Most Valuable Player and NEBL Finals Most Valuable Player 2001;
International Basketball Federation Euroleague All Star Game 2004;
Russian National Teams:
1996 International Basketball Federation Under-22 European Championship;
1999 Summer Universiade;
2000 Olympic Games;
2001 International Basketball Federation Europe Championship;
2002 International Basketball Federation World Championship.